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Víctimas, edificios afectados por los sismos, labores de rescate: la tragedia de Venezuela en números
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 26, 2026
· 6 min read
Por Mauricio Torres, CNN en Español
Venezuela continúa este viernes con las labores para hacer frente al impacto de los fuertes sismos que el miércoles sacudieron el país, que hasta el momento han dejado al menos 920 personas fallecidas y cientos de edificios dañados y han puesto a los venezola...
Key takeaway Algunos especialistas destacan también que el segundo sismo, el de 7,5, tuvo una profundidad de solo 10 kilómetros, de acuerdo con el Servicio Geológico de Estados Unidos (USGS, por sus siglas en inglés).
Why this matters in The El Paso
The devastating earthquakes in Venezuela serve as a stark reminder for El Paso residents to review their own emergency preparedness plans. As a community located in a region prone to seismic activity, albeit less frequent than Venezuela, it is crucial for local authorities and residents to assess the vulnerability of buildings and infrastructure. The unique "doblete sísmico" phenomenon that occurred in Venezuela, where two significant earthquakes struck in rapid succession, highlights the importance of being prepared for unexpected disasters. El Paso's building codes and emergency response plans should be evaluated to ensure they can withstand similar events. Furthermore, the city's proximity to the US-Mexico border means that El Paso could potentially play a role in providing aid or assistance to affected regions in the event of a major earthquake. By learning from the tragedy in Venezuela, El Paso can take proactive steps to mitigate the risks associated with seismic activity and ensure a more resilient community.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? Por Mauricio Torres, CNN en Español
Venezuela continúa este viernes con las labores para hacer frente al impacto de los fuertes sismos que el miércoles sacudieron el país, que hasta el momento han dejado al menos 920 personas fallecidas y cientos de edificios dañados y han puesto a los venezola...
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