A powerful earthquake hit New Zealand late July 25. The tremors reached Auckland but no casualties or destruction were reported so far. In California, a lesser 2.1 quake struck near Ocotillo Wells the previous day. Heavy aftershocks keep hitting Venezuela after the country’s recent major quakes. Many people are trapped under debris as rescue and medical teams labor continuously. PAHO says hospitals are urgently seeking aid to cope with additional crises.
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New Zealand rocked by 'severe' earthquake hours after Spurs arrive - London Evening Standard
New Zealand rocked by 'severe' earthquake hours after Spurs arrive London Evening Standard
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2.1 magnitude earthquake reported near Ocotillo Wells, CA on July 24 - Sacramento Bee
2.1 magnitude earthquake reported near Ocotillo Wells, CA on July 24 Sacramento Bee
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Venezuela earthquakes aftermath: Church focusing on burials, aid, church repairs - Catholic World Report
Venezuela earthquakes aftermath: Church focusing on burials, aid, church repairs Catholic World Report
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Why phones woke thousands before 5.9 magnitude Taumarunui earthquake - 1News
Why phones woke thousands before 5.9 magnitude Taumarunui earthquake 1News
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1 month after Venezuela earthquake, thousands remain missing beneath rubble - WPLG Local 10
1 month after Venezuela earthquake, thousands remain missing beneath rubble WPLG Local 10