Venezuela is reeling from the aftermath of two massive back-to-back earthquakes that struck the country’s northern coastal states, leaving widespread death and devastation. The port city of La Guaira and parts of the capital, Caracas, suffered some of the worst damage. Rescue teams continue working around the clock in search of survivors trapped beneath collapsed buildings and debris. Paulo Cabral was deployed to Venezuela, and this is his report.

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Inside Venezuela’s Earthquake Crisis
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How long could it take for Caracas and the other affected cities to rebuild homes, roads, and critical infrastructure? For more on the recovery efforts, we’re joined by our Caracas-based correspondent, Stephen Gibbs.
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