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Jun 25, 2026
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Venezuela Hit by Powerful Back-to-Back Earthquakes

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Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, causing buildings to collapse in Caracas and leaving residents shaken. The first earthquake had a magnitude of 7.1 and an epicentre west of Moron, along the Caribbean coast.

Devastating Earthquakes Strike Venezuela

  • Back-to-back powerful earthquakes have struck Venezuela, collapsing buildings in the capital, Caracas, and leaving residents shaken.
  • The US Geological Survey (USGS) said the first magnitude 7.1 earthquake had its epicentre west of the community of Moron, located along the country’s Caribbean coast, about 168 km (104 miles) west of Caracas. The quake had a depth of 22km (14 miles).

Impact on Caracas and Surrounding Areas

  • The earthquakes caused significant damage in Caracas, with multiple buildings collapsing.
  • Residents are reported to be shaken but details of casualties and further damage are still emerging.

Seismic Activity in the Region

  • The USGS is monitoring the situation, and further updates on the earthquakes are expected.
  • Venezuela is located in a seismically active region, and earthquakes are not uncommon.