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¿Qué se sabe de los dos terremotos de 7,5 y 7,2 que sacudieron Venezuela?
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 24, 2026
· 5 min read
Por Michael Rios, Taylor Ward y Jessie Yeung, CNN
La costa norte de Venezuela fue sacudida el miércoles por dos potentes terremotos con apenas un minuto de diferencia, los más fuertes que han azotado el país en más de un siglo.
Al menos 164 personas han fallecido y 971 han resultado heridas, ...
Key takeaway Un sismo precursor de magnitud 7,2 se produjo cerca de San Felipe, la capital del estado Yaracuy, poco después de las 6:04 p.
Why this matters in The El Paso
While the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela may seem distant, El Paso residents with family ties to the affected areas are likely on high alert, awaiting news from loved ones. The city's own experience with seismic activity, although relatively rare, serves as a reminder of the importance of disaster preparedness. As El Pasoans watch the situation unfold in Venezuela, they may be prompted to review their own emergency plans and evacuation procedures. Furthermore, the economic and cultural connections between El Paso and Venezuela may also be affected, potentially impacting local businesses and communities with strong ties to the region. As the full extent of the damage in Venezuela becomes clear, El Pasoans can expect to see local efforts to provide aid and support to those affected by the disaster.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Por Michael Rios, Taylor Ward y Jessie Yeung, CNN
La costa norte de Venezuela fue sacudida el miércoles por dos potentes terremotos con apenas un minuto de diferencia, los más fuertes que han azotado el país en más de un siglo.
Al menos 164 personas han fallecido y 971 han resultado heridas, ...
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