A significant seismic event has occurred in Venezuela, with two powerful earthquakes striking the nation. The earthquakes had magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5, making it one of the strongest seismic events in the country in over a century.

Search and rescue efforts are currently underway in Venezuela. The earthquakes resulted in a substantial number of fatalities, with at least 164 people reported dead. The impact of the quakes was felt across the region.

Further details on the situation and how to assist those affected are available from NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth.