Hundreds killed after Venezuela struck by 'doublet' earthquake.
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Venezuela was struck by a doublet earthquake earlier today—a rare geological event where two major quakes hit the same location in rapid succession. According to ABC News Australia, the disaster toppled buildings across the capital and surrounding regions, killing hundreds. These paired earthquakes often amplify each other's destructive force.
Source: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-06-26/what-is-a-doublet-...
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