Venezuela earthquakes: Why is Central America so vulnerable to tremors?

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On Wednesday, two powerful earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela about 160km west of Caracas, killing at least 164 people and injuring 971, with dozens of buildings collapsed, according to the USGS. The Venezuelan government declared a state of emergency, and the USGS warned that the death toll could rise significantly, potentially exceeding 10,000, while rescue efforts continue in affected areas like the Altamira district.

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Venezuela and Japan are both hit by strong quakes, but Venezuela faces higher risks due to weaker building standards.

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