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Venezuela earthquakes: Death toll rises to at least 1,400 as searches continue, officials say
By ABC News at KVIA ABC-7
· June 28, 2026
· 2 min read
Death toll over 1,400, official says
At least 1,430 people were killed and more than 3,200 were injured as a pair of powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening, officials said on Friday.
The two quakes -- a 7.2 magnitude one followed just seconds later by a 7.5 -- struck th...
Key takeaway Responders are undertaking "intensive rescue operations" on Thursday, searching for people thought to be under the rubble, acting President Delcy Rodriguez said.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso 's own experience with disaster response and international aid efforts may inform its residents' understanding of the ongoing crisis in Venezuela. The city's proximity to the international border and its history of providing support to neighboring communities in need can foster a sense of solidarity with the people affected by the earthquakes. As the US sends search and rescue teams to Venezuela, El Pasoans may recall similar efforts undertaken by local responders in the past, such as during the 2019 floods that affected the region. The announcement of additional aid packages by the US government also raises questions about the potential role of local organizations and individuals in supporting relief efforts, and how El Paso might contribute to the international response to this disaster.
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Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 2 min
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At least 1,430 people were killed and more than 3,200 were injured as a pair of powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening, officials said on Friday.
The two quakes -- a 7.2 magnitude one followed just seconds later by a 7.5 -- struck th...
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