Foreign media reports that 32 people have been killed in two strong earthquakes near the Venezuelan capital Caracas. In addition, the media also said that more than 700 people have been injured.
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) said that a 7.2-magnitude earthquake was followed by another 7.5-magnitude earthquake 39 seconds later.
A state of emergency has been declared following the earthquakes, and rescue operations are continuing to find people suspected of being trapped in the rubble.