7.2-magnitude earthquake
Coverage of 7.2-magnitude earthquake in the Nexus archive.
- Time runs out for thousands missing after Venezuela earthquakes
Thousands are missing in Venezuela after 7.2 and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes caused widespread destruction. Authorities blocked access to La Guaira, the epicenter, as search efforts face challenges from chaos and traffic.
- Neighbors dig through Venezuela rubble to search for loved ones after 2 deadly earthquakes
Neighbors in La Guaira, Venezuela, searched through rubble for loved ones after two deadly earthquakes killed over 235 people and injured at least 4,300. The 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes caused significant damage, with rescue efforts hindered by limited government response and a closed main airport.
- Neighbors dig through Venezuela rubble to search for loved ones after 2 deadly earthquakes
Two deadly earthquakes struck northern Venezuela, killing over 235 people and injuring thousands. Neighbors led rescue efforts as government response was slow, with heavy damage reported in La Guaira, including the closure of the main airport. Survivors searched for missing loved ones amid collapsed buildings and disrupted communication.
- 2 powerful quakes hit Venezuela, killing at least 164 and injuring nearly 1,000
Two powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela, killing at least 164 people and injuring nearly 1,000. Rescue teams are responding to the 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude quakes, the strongest in over a century.
- Powerful 7.2-magnitude earthquake strikes off northern Japan
A 7.2-magnitude earthquake struck off Japan's northern coast on Thursday. The country's meteorological agency confirmed there was no danger of a tsunami.