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Quakes strike Venezuela, 589 dead

Two powerful earthquakes strike coastal Venezuela, killing at least 589 people and forcing residents into streets as buildings collapse

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Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening, killing at least 589 people and injuring 2,980 as rescue teams searched collapsed buildings and international aid arrived.

  1. Frame 1Two powerful earthquakes strike coastal Venezuela, killing at least 589 people and forcing residents into streets as buildings collapse.
  2. Frame 2The shocks hit near the coast, shaking Caracas and sending residents into streets as walls and floors failed.
  3. Frame 3Rescue crews searched debris for trapped survivors while families tried to salvage belongings from collapsed homes.
  4. Frame 4By Friday, officials reported 589 dead and 2,980 injured, with more searches underway in damaged areas.
  5. Frame 5International teams, including Ecuador urban rescuers, arrived through Maiquetia as aid groups moved equipment toward damaged zones.
  6. Frame 6UN and other humanitarian agencies urged rapid, unimpeded access so the emergency does not deepen after the twin quakes.
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Jun 26, 11:14 AM EDT
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