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What we know about Venezuela’s biggest earthquake in more than a century
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 24, 2026
· 5 min read
By Jessie Yeung, Michael Rios, Taylor Ward, Issy Ronald, CNN
(CNN) — Venezuela’s northern coast was hit by two powerful back-to-back earthquakes on Wednesday, leaving scores of people dead and widespread destruction in its wake.
At least 164 people have died and 971 more have been injured in ...
Key takeaway 2 foreshock took place near San Felipe, the capital city of Yaracuy state, just after 6:04 p.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The devastating earthquakes in Venezuela serve as a stark reminder to El Paso residents of the importance of earthquake preparedness, despite the city's distance from the affected area. As a community that has experienced its own share of seismic activity, albeit rare, El Pasoans should take note of the destructive power of earthquakes and review their emergency plans. The fact that the earthquakes in Venezuela occurred on a public holiday, when many people were at home or in public gatherings, highlights the unpredictable nature of such disasters. El Paso's own emergency responders and residents should remain vigilant and ensure that they are prepared for any potential disaster, whether it be an earthquake or other type of emergency. By learning from the experiences of other communities, El Paso can strengthen its own resilience and response to disasters.
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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? By Jessie Yeung, Michael Rios, Taylor Ward, Issy Ronald, CNN
(CNN) — Venezuela’s northern coast was hit by two powerful back-to-back earthquakes on Wednesday, leaving scores of people dead and widespread destruction in its wake.
At least 164 people have died and 971 more have been injured in ...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 24, 2026 by KVIA ABC-7 and curated for The El Paso readers.
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