Venezuela earthquake: powerful back-to-back quakes collapse buildings in capital Caracas

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Venezuela’s capital, Caracas, has been struck by two powerful earthquakes that caused major damage at the international airport and brought several large buildings crashing down.

The quakes – among the largest in Venezuela’s history – occurred in quick succession and were felt in many parts of the country. But the worst destruction appeared to have taken place in and around Caracas where videos on social media showed scenes of panic as passengers raced through the corridors of Maiquetía airport seeking cover from falling debris.
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