Venezuela's presidency reported 20 aftershocks following the two major earthquakes that struck the country Thursday, as rescue and assessment operations continue. The aftershocks are part of the ongoing seismic sequence following the magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 tremors, according to the presidency.
Venezuela's presidency announced Thursday that 20 aftershocks have been recorded following the two powerful earthquakes — of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 — that struck central Venezuela earlier on the national holiday. The announcement comes as rescue and damage assessment operations continue in affected areas, including La Guaira and Caracas.
As The Zioneer reported earlier Thursday, the initial quakes caused widespread building collapses, infrastructure damage, and the closure of the international airport. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez declared a national emergency and established a search-and-rescue task force. The death toll stands at at least 32, with 700 wounded, according to her update. The US Geological Survey assessed a high probability of numerous casualties and extensive damage.
The aftershocks, ranging in intensity, are part of the continuing seismic sequence after the main tremors, which were the most powerful to hit Venezuela since 1900. It remains unclear whether further significant aftershocks are expected or if they have caused additional damage or casualties.
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