UN warns 6.8 million may be affected by Venezuela quakes as death toll hits 920

The UN says up to 6.8 million people could be affected by twin earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 that hit northern Venezuela earlier this week, with a confirmed death toll of at least 920 and thousands injured. The coastal state of La Guaira and parts of Caracas are the worst-hit areas, where residential buildings, roads and critical infrastructure have collapsed, leaving many sleeping in open spaces due to aftershock fears. Rescue teams continue searching for survivors while providing shelter, food, water and medical aid; over 41,000 people have been reported missing through an online portal awaiting verification. For Nigerians, the disaster underscores the importance of global humanitarian solidarity and the role of UN mechanisms in crisis response. It also serves as a reminder to verify information before sharing and to consider supporting verified relief agencies if wishing to help. If you want to contribute, donate through the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, the International Red Cross, or other vetted NGOs. Confirm any donation channels are official to avoid scams. Keep updated via reliable news sources, and if you have contacts in the affected zones, check their safety through trusted communication channels.

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