Venezuela Earthquake Toll Tops 235 as Scientists Explain Rare 'Seismic Doublet'
Rescuers continued digging through rubble as the death toll from Venezuela's back-to-back earthquakes climbed past 235, with more than 4,300 injured. Scientists say the rare 'seismic doublet' two powerful quakes striking the same region in quick succession amplified the destruction across Caracas and surrounding states. The catastrophe has drawn international relief, including a U.S. military surge and $150 million in aid pledged by the Trump administration.
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