Caracas; A 7.1 magnitude earthquake shook the Venezuelan capital

Samim Thu Jun 2026 2 months ago 432

The U.S. Geological Survey has stated that the epicenter of this earthquake was near the city of Morón on the Caribbean coast, approximately 168 kilometers west of Caracas, with a depth of about 22 kilometers. Just one minute later, a second earthquake measuring 7.5 in magnitude struck the same area, making it one of the most intense quakes in Venezuela in recent decades.


Videos circulating on social media show sections of buildings collapsing, walls being destroyed, and water spilling from the pools of high-rise towers. Initial reports also indicate the collapse of several buildings in Caracas.


Many citizens, stunned by these earthquakes, remain in the streets and have not returned to their homes due to fears of aftershocks. Rescue teams have also begun search operations to find survivors.


Venezuelan authorities have not yet released official casualty figures; however, they have warned of likely extensive damage. Meanwhile, Maiquetía International Airport has been closed due to severe damage, and the Venezuelan government has declared a state of emergency. This earthquake has been described as one of the rarest and most severe seismic events in the country in recent years.

A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck west of Caracas, the capital of Venezuela, on Wednesday evening, and its tremors were also felt in parts of Colombia. In the aftermath of this event, many residents fled to the streets, and reports have emerged of damage to buildings and disruptions to electricity and internet services.

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