Venezuela Earthquake: Earthquake caused severe devastation in Venezuela, thousands of people feared dead, emergency declared

Read: Earthquake has caused huge devastation in Venezuela. Two earthquakes that occurred one after the other shook the foundation of the entire country. There is pain and fear everywhere. Many buildings in the capital Caracas collapsed like a deck of cards. Thousands of people are feared dead. There is a scary scene all around. Relief and rescue teams are busy helping. President Rodriguez has declared a state of emergency. This is considered to be the biggest disaster in the history of Venezuela in 120 years.

According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), two powerful earthquakes occurred in Venezuela. The intensity of the first earthquake was 7.1. Its epicenter was west of the city of Moron and about 168 kilometers from the capital, Caracas. This earthquake was at a depth of 13 kilometers. Amidst the devastation caused by the first shock, a second major shock occurred. The second earthquake was more powerful than the first. Its intensity has been recorded at 7.5. Its depth was 10 kilometers. Meaning, it caused devastation within 10 kilometers of the ground. The epicenter of the second earthquake was 16 kilometers south-west of Moron.

The death toll in the earthquake is continuously increasing. There is great destruction in Caracas. Residential buildings were reduced to debris. Hundreds of people have been evacuated. Those who survived the accident are busy clearing the debris in search of their loved ones.

Tsunami alert after earthquake

Venezuela, which is trapped in the earthquake devastation, is also facing the threat of tsunami. According to reports, a tsunami alert has also been issued in Venezuela. The US Pacific Tsunami Warning Center has issued a warning for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.

What did the Home Minister tell?

According to Venezuelan Interior Minister Diosdado Cabolo, earthquake tremors were felt in many states. The Altamira area of ​​Caracas, where very scary situations have arisen. Many houses and buildings have collapsed. The relief operation is working rapidly. The Home Minister is also afraid of aftershocks from the earthquake. Therefore, he has appealed to the countrymen to stay in open places.

Appeal to keep roads empty

In Venezuela shaken by the earthquake, an appeal is being made to the common people to keep the roads empty. The path for ambulances and emergency services vehicles should be clear. So that the people injured in the earthquake can be taken to the hospital. However, there is a scene of devastation and fear everywhere.

India extended a helping hand

India has extended its helping hand to crisis-hit Venezuela. Expressing condolences to those killed in the earthquake, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that India stands with Venezuela in this difficult time and will provide all possible help. Condolences have been expressed towards those who lost their lives in the earthquake.