A twin‑shock earthquake devastates Caracas
For just a few seconds, the capital of Venezuela experienced two seismic events, the second registering a staggering 7.5 magnitude on the Richter scale. The tremor rattled buildings across the city, with many collapsing and sending debris into the streets.
Local residents and emergency crews were forced to evacuate buildings as the quake amplified already fragile structures. BBC journalists on the ground captured footage of the chaos, showing empty streets and rising dust.
In response to the disaster, interim President Delcy Rodríguez declared a state of emergency, mobilizing national resources to address the crisis and provide aid to the affected populations.
Analysts note that this event ranks among the most powerful in Venezuela’s 100‑year history, underscoring the urgent need for seismic resilience and emergency preparedness in the region.
