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The earthquake had its epicenter on the Caribbean coast, according to the USGS; so far, no victims or serious damage have been confirmed
n” “nCaracas, Venezuela. – A strong 7.1 magnitude earthquake shook several regions of Venezuela this Wednesday, including the capital, causing alarm among the population and preventive evacuations in various buildings and homes.
n” “nAccording to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake was recorded about 28 kilometers west of the community of Morón, in the coastal area of the Venezuelan Caribbean, with an approximate depth of 13 kilometers.
The earthquake was felt with intensity in Caracas, where evacuations of offices, shopping centers, and residential buildings were reported, as people took to the streets as a precautionary measure.
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So far, the authorities have not officially reported any fatalities or serious material damage, although reports on possible impacts in different areas of the country are expected to be updated in the coming hours.
n” “nEmergency teams and civil protection agencies remain in constant monitoring for possible aftershocks.
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