Venezuela rocked by back-to-back powerful quakes, killing dozens and injuring hundreds
A state of emergency has been declared in Venezuela after two major earthquakes, measuring 7.5 and 7.2 magnitude, struck the nation.
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Venezuela was struck by two powerful, back-to-back earthquakes on the evening of June 24, 2026, registering magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5. These seismic events caused widespread devastation across the nation, particularly in the capital city of Caracas and the state of La Guaira, where numerous buildings collapsed and significant infrastructure damage occurred. The Simón Bolívar International Airport in Caracas was also forced to close due to severe structural damage.
The powerful tremors have tragically resulted in at least 32 fatalities and approximately 700 injuries, with authorities anticipating the death toll to rise as rescue operations continue. In response to the extensive damage and loss of life, Acting President Delcy Rodriguez promptly declared a state of emergency for the country.
What each outlet emphasizes
- CNN: emphasizes the scale of destruction, panic, and the economic impact
- BBC: highlights the death toll, injuries, and eyewitness accounts of the quakes
- AJ: focuses on the emergency declaration, death toll, and calls for unity
- The Guardian: reports on the powerful quakes and warns of a heavy death toll
- AP: notes the widespread damage caused by the back-to-back powerful earthquakes
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