Venezuela’s northern region was struck by two significant earthquakes on Wednesday, June 24th, with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5. The quakes occurred in the late afternoon, causing widespread panic and structural damage. As of current reports, at least 32 people have died and over 700 have been injured as a direct result of the seismic events. Authorities are currently assessing the full extent of the damage and coordinating rescue efforts. Residents have described fearing for their lives during the intense shaking. The earthquakes have plunged the country into a state of chaos, with ongoing aftershocks reported. Further updates are expected as rescue and recovery operations continue.