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Home » Current Events » 5.6 Venezuela Earthquake Hits January 15 2010

5.6 Venezuela Earthquake Hits January 15 2010

By Sam Lee on January 15, 2010
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Digital News Report – A “moderate” 5.6 magnitude earthquake struck Venezuela today around 1:30 pm local time (10 AM Pacific). The USGS (U.S. Geological Survey) estimates the epicenter to be about 235 miles east of Caracas.

Venezuela lies on the same Caribbean oceanic tectonic plate that Haiti lies on (see image). The USGS says this quake was centered at 10.421°N, 63.495°W at a depth of 7.3 miles (11.7 km).

Although the power has been disrupted, there are no reports of damage or injuries. Local officials are working to restore power.

Carúpano, a major city near the quake, has a population of 122,195. The city is about 20 miles away.

By: Sam Lee

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