Event Brief
Scientists warn Venezuela quake risk matches California
Filed: Jun 25, 2026 at 5:04 PM ET
Summary: Scientists say Caracas has seismic risk similar to Los Angeles and San Francisco due to vulnerable building types.
WHO: Scientists
WHAT: Scientists say Caracas' seismic risk mirrors that of Los Angeles and San Francisco, citing vulnerable building types.
WHEN: Jun 25, 2026 at 12:57 AM ET
WHERE: Venezuela
WHY: Caracas' seismic risk is described as similar to California's due to older non-ductile concrete, soft-story, and brick buildings at risk.
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