Powerful Earthquake Strikes Venezuela: Caracas Experiences Blackouts and Building Damage

A significant earthquake, possibly in the upper 6s or low 7s magnitude, has struck Venezuela, causing widespread panic and plunging large areas of the capital, Caracas, into darkness. Residents fled into the streets as the tremors, described as one of the strongest in decades, caused substantial structural damage to buildings. The epicenter is believed to be off Venezuela's northern coast at a shallow depth, which amplified its impact. This seismic event further exacerbates the challenges faced by an already struggling nation grappling with various socio-economic crises, raising immediate concerns about the country's stability and recovery efforts.