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Terror from Venezuela earthquake: The moment tremors hit a baseball game in Caracas (vid)
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Terror from Venezuela earthquake: The moment tremors hit a baseball game in Caracas (vid)

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquake struck Venezuela, causing widespread disruption and damage.
  • Images show a baseball game in Caracas interrupted by the tremors, with players and fans seeking safety.
  • The USGS estimates the stronger quake could cause a very high number of casualties, potentially thousands, though official figures are pending.

Residents of Venezuela experienced moments of terror following two powerful earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude, that struck the country. The seismic activity caused extensive disruption and significant damage.

Striking footage emerged from a baseball game in Caracas, which was interrupted at the exact moment of the earthquake. Players, coaching staff, and spectators immediately moved to safe areas, fearing potential stadium collapses.

Authorities are continuing to assess the situation, and an official toll of victims and damages has not yet been announced. However, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) estimates that the stronger of the two earthquakes could have resulted in a very large number of fatalities, with predictive models suggesting up to thousands of deaths. These figures remain estimates and are not yet officially confirmed.

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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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