Both Yahoo and BBC news are reporting that the US Geological Survey (USGS) is saying that, “There’s a 44% chance of more than 10,000 fatalities, a 30% chance of more than 100,000.”

CBC news is reporting, “The U.S. Geological Survey said the first earthquake had a magnitude of 7.1… an even larger 7.5-magnitude earthquake just a minute later. The quakes are among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century.”

A tsunami threat warning was issued for Puerto Rico & the U.S. & British Virgin Islands.

News Nation is reporting, “People evacuated swaying buildings in Caracas and remained outside, many visibly shocked as they saw entire walls that had collapsed, making furniture visible from the street. Dust columns could also be seen in two neighborhoods of the capital, where restaurants and other businesses are typically busy.

Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello said the quake could be felt in several states. The Altamira neighborhood in Caracas had “alarming situations” with collapsed homes and buildings, he said, suggesting people were injured in the earthquake and asking motorists to give way to ambulances and other emergency vehicles.”

When we were alerted to the quake here in California, many of us were waiting for more. Something is seriously up on the faultlines. Hoping for the best for the people in Venezuela who are affected. Be prepared with go-bags and full gas tanks if you live in an earthquake-prone area! The USGS says for your home, “Have a 14-day supply of non-perishable food, water (at least 1 gallon per person, per day), prescription medications, extra pet supplies, and flashlights with extra batteries.”