Venezuela earthquake death toll surpasses 3,500 as thousands remain displaced
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Abby Rogers
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A pair of earthquakes in Venezuela has resulted in over 3,500 deaths, with nearly 18,000 people left unhoused and thousands more injured. The coastal regions of Caracas and La Guaira were most severely impacted, with 12,800 people currently staying in 80 shelters. Experts are warning of an impending health crisis as thousands sleep in crowded temporary shelters.
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bskyVenezuela earthquake death toll surpasses 3,500 as thousands remain displacedaljazeera.comKey quotes
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At least 12,800 people were staying in 80 shelters across Caracas and La Guaira, the coastal regions most directly impacted by the earthquake.
Experts warn of an impending health crisis, with thousands sleeping in crowded temporary shelters.
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