In pictures: Aftermath of twin earthquakes in Venezuela
Summary
Two strong earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude, hit northern Venezuela near Caracas on June 24, 2026. The quakes caused many deaths and injuries, destroyed homes and buildings, and led to rescue efforts and a state of emergency declaration.Key Facts
- The earthquakes struck Yaracuy state, west of Caracas.
- The first quake was magnitude 7.2 at a depth of 22 km (14 miles).
- The second quake followed less than a minute later, magnitude 7.5 at about 10 km (6 miles) deep.
- Nearly two dozen aftershocks happened after the main quakes.
- Many buildings collapsed, especially in Caracas and La Guaira.
- At least dozens of people were killed and hundreds injured.
- Acting President Delcy Rodriguez declared a state of emergency.
- La Guaira, a port city on the Caribbean coast, was called a “disaster zone” with ongoing rescue efforts.
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