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news Scmp World 2026-06-30

Building Failures and Soft Soil Amplified Venezuela Earthquake Destruction

Engineers point to construction flaws and soft soil as key factors amplifying the destruction in Venezuela's recent earthquakes, particularly in public housing developments. An audit of similar structures is urged.

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