68-Spanish nationals located after Venezuela quake

Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares says sixty-eight Spanish nationals have now been located in Venezuela following damage to the Spanish Consulate in Caracas.

The building was affected during Thursday mornings earthquake, disrupting consular services and communications.

Albares told Parliament that officials have been working to contact citizens and provide assistance where necessary.

The government says efforts are continuing to establish contact with any Spaniards who may still be unaccounted for.