Two powerful earthquakes affect Caracas, Venezuela

Two earthquakes shake Caracas and cause significant damage

This Wednesday, Caracas, the capital of Venezuela, was the scene of two strong earthquakes that altered the routine of thousands of citizens and generated panic in the population. According to the report of United States Geological Survey (USGS), the first earthquake registered a magnitude of 7.1 and its epicenter was located west of the community of Hummock, approximately 168 kilometers from Caracas, with a depth of 22 kilometers. The seismic event took place at 6:04 p.m., causing an unusual swing that shook buildings and houses in the town.

Just one minute after the first tremor, a second earthquake, with a magnitude of 7.5 and at a depth of 10 kilometers, reported to 16 kilometers southwest of Morón. This sequence of earthquakes represents one of the strongest seismic episodes recorded in the country in recent years. The images that emerged from sinister They show a desolate panorama, with damaged structures and the population hastily evacuating buildings.

People remain in a street after an earthquake in Caracas

Local authorities, after the seismic event, urged the population to remain in open spaces and to remain alert against possible aftershocks. Despite the magnitude of the earthquakes, there is still no official report on possible fatalities or injuries. However, different testimonies from citizens have revealed the seriousness of the situation. «I was on the top floor of a shopping center. Quite a few things fell from some businesses. “We left through the emergency stairs,” Heidi Romero told the agency. AFP. Another witness, Odalis Escalona, shared her experience: «The stairs fell apart, the entire wall cracked. Things fell from the ceiling. "It was horrible."

Aftershocks of the earthquake and tsunami warning in the region

The effects of the earthquakes resonated beyond Venezuela's borders. The earthquakes were also felt in different states of the country and reached Colombia, generating concern in the region. Concomitantly, the United States Pacific Tsunami Warning Center issued a tsunami warning that affected several Caribbean nations, including Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico, where precautions were taken against the possibility of waves caused by seismic activity.

In the wake of the disaster, the opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Maria Corina Machado, expressed his support for the population through his social networks: «My heart, my infinite hug and my prayers are with every Venezuelan home in these hours of anguish. "May strength, serenity and solidarity prevail among us in this difficult moment." His message reflected the feeling of unity that often arises in the community in crisis situations.

Municipal police officers stand next to the remains of a collapsed structure after an earthquake in Caracas, on June 24, 2026.

The consequences of these seismic events highlight the need to have proper emergency protocols and earthquake-resistant infrastructure in vulnerable areas. Experts warn that Venezuela It is located in a geologically active area, which reiterates the importance of seismic education and prevention measures at the community level.

For the moment, emergency services continue to evaluate the situation in Caracas and other affected areas. By collecting updated data, it is expected that in the coming hours there will be a clearer picture of the impact of these earthquakes, as well as the situation of citizens facing this adversity.

Thus, while the population adapts to the immediate effects of the earthquakes, the country remains attentive to warnings from experts and official updates on the evolution of the situation.