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2 powerful quakes hit Venezuela, killing at least 164 and injuring nearly 1,000
By ABC at KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· June 25, 2026
· 7 min read
LA GUAIRA, Venezuela (AP) — Rescue teams raced Thursday to the areas hardest hit by a pair of powerful earthquakes that rocked northern Venezuela, killing at least 164 people, injuring nearly 1,000 and trapping many beneath collapsed buildings.
Wednesday evening’s 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude earthquak...
Key takeaway 5-magnitude earthquakes were among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century and could be felt throughout the region.
Why this matters in The Minneapolis
Minneapolis residents with ties to Venezuela are likely watching the devastating earthquake aftermath with great concern, wondering about the safety of loved ones in the affected areas. The Twin Cities are home to a sizable Venezuelan community, and local organizations may soon be called upon to provide support and aid to those impacted by the disaster. As the rescue efforts continue, Minneapolis-based charities and community groups may consider launching fundraising campaigns or collecting donations to help Venezuela recover from this tragedy. The earthquakes' far-reaching effects, felt as far away as Brazil, serve as a reminder of the global connections that exist within the Twin Cities' diverse communities, and the potential for local responses to international crises.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) ·
Reading time: 7 min
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What is this story about? LA GUAIRA, Venezuela (AP) — Rescue teams raced Thursday to the areas hardest hit by a pair of powerful earthquakes that rocked northern Venezuela, killing at least 164 people, injuring nearly 1,000 and trapping many beneath collapsed buildings.
Wednesday evening’s 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude earthquak...
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