A devastating series of earthquakes hit Venezuela, causing widespread destruction and loss of life. The quakes, which occurred on Wednesday evening, brought down buildings and resulted in hundreds of deaths. Many more people are unaccounted for, with thousands reported missing in the northern part of the country.

Further details about the disaster are available from local news sources. For those looking to assist, information on how to help those affected by the earthquakes can be found through various organizations and news outlets, including KSAT 12.