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DISASTER

Two earthquakes, a minute apart

A 7.2 near Caracas, then a 7.5 right behind it.

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NO WARNING

Damaged buildings had no time to clear

The second, stronger quake hit structures already failing.

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THE TOLL

At least 188 dead, more than 1,500 hurt

And seismologists warn the final count could climb.

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THE FEAR

USGS models point to thousands

The gap between confirmed and projected is the number to watch.

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THE RESPONSE

The world is sending help

US rescue teams, the UN and neighbors are rushing aid in.

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