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M 4.5 earthquake - 45 km NNW of Duaca, Venezuela

USGS reports a magnitude 4.5 earthquake located 45 km NNW of Duaca, Venezuela (10.6842, -69.2782). Depth: 10 km. Source: USGS event page.

Categories: earthquake, natural_disaster, seismology

AI-generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

AI confidence
9/10
Geographic reach
3/10
Global importance
4/10
Impact magnitude
3/10
Positivity
1/10
Urgency
5/10

Why it matters

A shallow M4.5 earthquake near Duaca may be felt locally and is relevant for local monitoring, emergency response awareness, and infrastructure managers.

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