Earthquakes in Venezuela: What We Know

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A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Venezuela on August 21, 2018, causing significant damage to buildings in Caracas and Maiquetia, with the latter experiencing airport damage. This event was the most severe seismic activity recorded in the country since 1967, highlighting ongoing geological risks.

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The worst seismic event since 1967 shocked the country. Several buildings have collapsed in Caracas and the Maiquetia airport suffered damage.

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Venezuela

Latest verified updates on Venezuela’s political crisis, U.S. intervention, oil-sector recovery, migration, democratic transition demands, and regional fallout.

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Al Jazeera

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