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At least 164 dead and 971 injured after powerful quakes rock Venezuela
By Regina Garcia Cano and Juan Pablo Arraez | The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· June 24, 2026
· 5 min read
At least 164 people have died and 971 were injured after a pair of powerful quakes rocked Venezuela, Acting President Delcy Rodríguez said Thursday.
Wednesday evening’s 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes were among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century and could be felt throu...
Key takeaway 5 magnitude earthquakes were among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century and could be felt throughout the region.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
The devastating earthquakes in Venezuela serve as a stark reminder for residents in Trophy Club to review their own emergency preparedness plans. While the Dallas-Fort Worth area is not prone to earthquakes of this magnitude, the region's growth and development have brought an increased focus on disaster response and mitigation. As the U.S. sends aid to Venezuela, local communities in Denton County can take this opportunity to assess their own readiness in the face of natural disasters, such as tornadoes or severe storms, which are more common in the area. The use of schools as shelters and donation centers in Venezuela also highlights the importance of having a plan in place for local schools and community centers to respond to emergencies. By learning from the experiences of other communities, Trophy Club can strengthen its own emergency response efforts and ensure the safety and well-being of its residents.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? At least 164 people have died and 971 were injured after a pair of powerful quakes rocked Venezuela, Acting President Delcy Rodríguez said Thursday.
Wednesday evening’s 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes were among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century and could be felt throu...
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