Massive Earthquake Rocks Venezuela, Causing Widespread Destruction. A powerful magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck north-central Venezuela on Wednesday, sending shockwaves through the region and leaving a trail of devastation in its wake. The quake, which occurred at a depth of 13km just west of the city of Valencia, has caused significant damage to homes and buildings, with entire structures collapsing in the aftermath. Neighbouring Colombia also felt the tremors, highlighting the earthquake's far-reaching impact. As rescue efforts get underway, concerns are growing about the full extent of the damage and the potential for further aftershocks.


Homes and buildings collapse in first magnitude 7.1 earthquake, with tremors felt in neighbouring ColombiaA strong earthquake shook north-central Venezuela on Wednesday afternoon, west ⁠of Caracas, with residents in neighbouring Colombia also reporting feeling tremors.The earthquake registered at ⁠a magnitude 7.1 ⁠in ​Venezuela, about an hour west of the city Valencia at a depth of 13km (8 miles), according to the ⁠US Geological Survey. Continue reading...