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7.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Venezuela: Buildings Collapse in Caracas

A 7.1 magnitude earthquake hit Venezuela with epicenter near Valencia. Buildings collapsed in Caracas.

Benjamin Moore
ByBenjamin Moore- Senior Editor
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A strong earthquake struck Venezuela. According to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre, the epicenter was located 60 kilometers northwest of Valencia.

The quake measured 7.1 magnitude. The distance between Caracas and Valencia is about 130 kilometers.

Several buildings collapsed in the capital, Caracas, due to the powerful tremors. Investigations are ongoing.

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