5.6 magnitude Earthquake strikes Venezuela

Days after the devastating and horrific earthquake that struck Haiti, a 5.6 earthquake strikes Venezuela. There is no immediate report of any injuries or damage.

Around 2 PM EDT (1:30 PM local time), the United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 5.6 magnitude earthquake about 25 miles southwest of Carupano, Venezuela. The earthquake was about 7.3 miles deep. Carupano resident Milagros Ordaz told Reuters by telephone, "People were very worried and ran into the streets because it felt very strong." The quake was felt in Puerto La Cruz where witnesses told Reuters that cars wobbled. PDVSA, a state oil company is located in Puerto La Cruz. Officials from PDVSA stated that it had no immediate reports of any damage to the refinery and oil upgraders.