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Venezuela earthquake toll rises to at least 164 as rescue efforts expand

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Venezuela earthquake toll rises to at least 164 as rescue efforts expand
50% centerFirst reported by Behadrei Haredim · 11 hours ago
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What happened

A 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck Venezuela overnight Thursday, leaving at least 164 dead and 971 injured, with officials warning the toll will rise. President Delcy Rodriguez declared a state of emergency, closed an airport near Caracas, and said Venezuela is coordinating international rescue and reconstruction help.

  • 01At least 164 were killed and 971 injured in Venezuela’s 7.2 magnitude quake.
  • 02Officials expect the death toll to rise as rescue crews search collapsed buildings.
  • 03Rodriguez declared a state of emergency and sought UN, IMF and private-sector help.
  • 04The United States and several Latin American countries offered assistance.
  • 05Venezuela’s Jewish community reported no injuries and spent the night together.

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WallaCenter · Hebrew10 hours ago
Venezuela earthquake toll rises to at least 164 as rescue efforts expand
Behadrei HaredimRight · Hebrew11 hours ago
Venezuelan opposition leader says quake toll and damage are far worse than reported

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