Venezuela is grappling with the aftermath of two powerful earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude, which struck within minutes of each other. The quakes caused widespread building collapses and prompted Caracas to declare a state of emergency. Authorities fear the death toll could be in the thousands, though a precise count remains unavailable. International aid offers are beginning to arrive as rescue efforts are underway, hampered by the scale of the destruction. The earthquakes have triggered significant damage across the country, with reports still emerging from affected areas. The immediate focus is on searching for survivors trapped under rubble and providing assistance to those displaced.