Venezuela earthquake highlights: Over 160 people dead, 11,000 reported missing; La Guaira declared ‘disaster zone’

Venezuela earthquake highlights: Powerful quakes, followed by more than 30 aftershocks, have killed at least 164 people so far. Many others are still trapped under rubble as rescue operations continue. Authorities and emergency teams were working through damaged areas.

A responder carries a rescue dog while conducting search and rescue operations in a collapsed building after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake in General Santos City (AFP)

Venezuela earthquake highlights: Updates to this live blog have ended. Track today's updates in our latest live blog here. Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening. It caused significant damage across several states, collapsing buildings and forcing residents to flee into the streets in panic. The back-to-back tremors, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude, were felt across a vast region. At least 164 people have died so far with the number expected to rise....Read More

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• 26 Jun 2026, 08:49:24 AM IST

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  Updates to this live blog have ended. Track today's updates of Venezuela earthquake in our latest live blog here.

• 26 Jun 2026, 02:28:22 AM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: US launches rapid response to mobilise emergency resources to Venezuela

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Following the devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela overnight, the United States has launched a rapid government-wide response, mobilising emergency resources and humanitarian assistance, US Department of State said.

  “In the hours after the earthquakes, President Trump immediately authorized the U.S. government to commit significant financial assistance, deploy search and rescue efforts, and collaborate with the interim Venezuelan authorities to address the acute needs of the Venezuelan people,” the press release said.

• 26 Jun 2026, 01:13:20 AM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Israel expresses condolences to Venezuelan people, says ‘identifying possibilities to provide aid’

  El Estado de Israel expresa sus más sentidas condolencias al pueblo de Venezuela por los devastadores terremotos que han afectado al país. Nuestros corazones están con las familias que han perdido a sus seres queridos y todos los que fueron afectados por la tragedia.
  
  Israel…

  — Gideon Sa'ar | גדעון סער (@gidonsaar) June 25, 2026

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Israel expressed its deepest condolences to the people of Venezuela after two back-to-back earthquakes shook the city on Thursday.

  In a post on X, Israel's foreign affairs minister, Gideon Sa'ar said, “The State of Israel expresses its deepest condolences to the people of Venezuela for the devastating earthquakes that have affected the country. Our hearts are with the families who have lost their loved ones and all those who were impacted by the tragedy.”

  "Israel is evaluating the possibilities to provide aid to the Venezuelan people during these difficult times."

• 26 Jun 2026, 12:46:49 AM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: How rare are doublets?

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: While not as common as a typical earthquake where a main shock is followed by much smaller aftershocks, doublets can happen anywhere in the world, Christine Goulet, director of the USGS earthquake science center in California, told The Associated Press.

  Doublets indicate a complex fault structure, like the one in Venezuela. Known as the Bocono fault, it runs along the backbone of the Venezuelan Andes for about 300 miles (500 kilometers). A previous doublet — of magnitudes 6.2 and 6.3 — struck an area west of Caracas in September 2025, killing at least one person and injuring more than 100 others. Most of the damage was reported in the towns of Zulia and Lara.

  via AP

• 26 Jun 2026, 12:34:07 AM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: The 2 earthquakes that struck Venezuela are known as a 'doublet.' Here's how they happen

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: The two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela’s northern coast, killing more than 180 people, were an event known as a “doublet.”

  Doublet earthquakes happen when a pair of similar-sized quakes hit close in location and time, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. On Wednesday evening, a 7.2 magnitude quake hit first, followed by a magnitude 7.5 just 39 seconds later.

  -AP

• 25 Jun 2026, 10:04:54 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: At least 25 dead in Caracas after Venezuela earthquakes

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: At least 25 people have died in Venezuela’s capital Caracas following the twin earthquakes, according to Mayor Carmen Meléndez. The figure is part of a nationwide toll of 164 deaths reported by acting President Delcy Rodriguez. Rescue teams are still searching through rubble for those missing. (CNN)

• 25 Jun 2026, 10:04:01 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Switzerland sends 80 rescuers and dogs to quake-hit Venezuela

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Switzerland has announced it is sending a rescue mission to earthquake-hit Venezuela, deploying the Swiss Rescue Chain with 80 specialists, eight search-and-rescue dogs, and 18 tonnes of equipment. The team’s mission is to locate, extricate, and rescue people trapped under rubble.

• 25 Jun 2026, 09:55:58 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: UN human rights head offers condolences

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk has expressed “heartfelt solidarity” with Venezuela following the deadly earthquakes, offering condolences to victims’ families and wishing strength to survivors. He praised the resilience of the Venezuelan people and called for support amid the ongoing humanitarian crisis.

• 25 Jun 2026, 09:54:55 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Mexico dispatches emergency responders

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has announced that a team of rescuers and medical personnel from the country’s Defence Secretariat is being deployed to Venezuela to assist earthquake relief efforts. The team will assess needs on the ground in coordination with local authorities, with further support to be decided later. Mexico also confirmed that no Mexican citizens have been reported affected.

• 25 Jun 2026, 09:48:53 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Pope sends €100,000 emergency aid

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Pope Leo XIV has sent €100,000 in emergency aid to earthquake-hit Venezuela. The funds, released through the Vatican’s Apostolic Almoner’s Office, are an initial contribution aimed at supporting ongoing relief efforts, the Vatican said.

• 25 Jun 2026, 09:48:18 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Qatar PM calls Delcy Rodriguez, offers condolences after quakes

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Qatar has expressed solidarity with Venezuela after the devastating twin earthquakes. In a phone call with acting President Delcy Rodriguez, Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani conveyed condolences to the victims' families, wished a speedy recovery to those injured, and reaffirmed Qatar's support for Venezuela.

• 25 Jun 2026, 08:36:25 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Venezuela appeals for masks, drinking water, aid, amid rescue efforts

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Security forces in Venezuela’s worst-hit areas are appealing to the public for urgent supplies, including face masks and drinking water, as rescue operations continue after the back-to-back earthquakes. Schools and public buildings have been converted into collection centers for emergency aid.

  The Venezuelan Red Cross said the most urgent needs include “emergency shelters for families whose homes were damaged or destroyed, and urgent medical care, including trauma care and psychosocial support,” along with safe water, sanitation, and essential household items.

• 25 Jun 2026, 08:31:08 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Iran ‘deeply saddened’ by Venezuela quake, pledges support

  Deeply saddened by the earthquake in Venezuela. We extend our condolences to the Government and People of Venezuela, especially families of the victims, and wish a swift recovery to the injured.
  I.R.Iran stands in solidarity with Venezuelans and is ready to offer full assistance.

  — Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) June 25, 2026

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has expressed condolences to Venezuela following the deadly earthquakes, saying Tehran stands in solidarity with the Venezuelan people and is ready to provide assistance.

  “Deeply saddened by the earthquake in Venezuela,” he said, adding condolences to the government, victims’ families, and wishes for a swift recovery for the injured. He also stated that “I.R. Iran stands in solidarity with Venezuelans and is ready to offer full assistance.”

• 25 Jun 2026, 08:29:30 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Shell confirms all employees safe after Venezuela earthquakes

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Shell has confirmed that all of its employees in Venezuela are safe after the two powerful earthquakes. The company said its small local workforce has been accounted for and reported no injuries.

  “We have a handful of local employees in Venezuela, and we can confirm that all of them are safe and have been accounted for with no injuries,” a Shell spokesperson said, as per CNN.

  Unlike Chevron, Shell has limited operations in the country, though it has recently been exploring a return to Venezuela’s oil and gas sector following new offshore exploration licenses. It is still working with partners and authorities on final approvals for potential projects.

• 25 Jun 2026, 08:17:27 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Visuals of La Guaira, ‘disaster zone’, from the air

• 25 Jun 2026, 08:15:21 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: UN says Venezuela quake response needs 'massive collective effort'

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: The United Nations has said it is fully mobilised to assist Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes, stressing that the scale of the disaster will require broad international coordination.

  UN humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher said, “We are fully mobilised to support the people of Venezuela,” adding that “the coming days will require a massive collective effort to support the government-led response and help communities.”

• 25 Jun 2026, 08:00:40 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: UK, Italy among European countries pledging support to Venezuela

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Several European countries have expressed solidarity with Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes, while assessing potential humanitarian assistance.

  UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper said Britain is working with international partners to evaluate relief needs, adding: “My thoughts are with those affected by the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.”

  Cyprus said it was “deeply saddened by the loss of life and destruction”, while Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár offered “sincere condolences” to the victims' families.

  Bulgaria also expressed its “most sincere condolences” over the loss of life and damage caused by the disaster. Meanwhile, Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said Italy is “ready to provide support” and will seek activation of the European Union’s Civil Protection Mechanism to coordinate emergency relief efforts.

• 25 Jun 2026, 07:39:34 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Missing persons report rises to 11,000 via online tracker, says report

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Al Jazeera journalist Teresa Bo said Venezuela is facing widespread uncertainty after the earthquakes, with communication breakdowns adding to public distress. She noted accounts of buildings collapsing and roads splitting open, as rescue operations continue in Caracas.

  She also reported that a political opposition group created an online form for families to report missing relatives. Based on these submissions, about 11,000 people have been reported missing so far.

  She clarified that this figure reflects only those able to access the internet and submit reports, meaning the real number could differ significantly as verification continues.

• 25 Jun 2026, 06:57:21 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Venezuela says UN-certified specialists joining rescue efforts

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez said UN-certified specialist rescue teams are en route to the country to assist in search-and-rescue operations following the deadly earthquakes. She said the international teams are already traveling to support ongoing relief efforts and that she has been in contact with several heads of state as well as the UN coordinator in Venezuela.

• 25 Jun 2026, 06:44:53 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: X user creates reporting tool for quake-hit Venezuela

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: A Miami-based X user has launched a public website allowing Venezuelans to report building damage or collapses after the earthquakes. HT has not independently verified the entries, though the platform had already received more than 200 submissions within 12 hours of the disaster.

• 25 Jun 2026, 06:43:14 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Putin's message of support as rescue operations continue

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed solidarity with Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes, offering condolences and support to the affected population. According to a Kremlin statement, he said, “We express our feelings of solidarity and support to the friendly Venezuelan people during this difficult time.”

• 25 Jun 2026, 06:42:26 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: 80 Swiss experts headed to Venezuela as rescue efforts intensify

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Switzerland has announced it will send a large search-and-rescue team to Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes. The government said it is deploying the Swiss Rescue Chain, consisting of 80 personnel, eight rescue dogs, and 18 tonnes of specialised equipment, to assist operations as soon as possible.

  Television footage showed rescuers using power tools to dig through rubble from collapsed buildings, while residents in Caracas rushed into the streets in panic amid ongoing aftershocks and destruction.

• 25 Jun 2026, 06:41:49 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Venezuela ill-equipped to handle scale of earthquake disaster, reporter says

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Reporting from Caracas, Al Jazeera journalist Noris Soto described a city heavily disrupted and struggling to cope after the earthquakes. She said streets are largely empty, with most businesses closed except a few grocery stores and pharmacies. Many residents are sheltering in public squares under the supervision of local authorities.

  She noted that damaged communication networks are making it difficult for families to locate missing relatives, worsening the humanitarian strain. “This is a very traumatic and critical situation we’re living through,” she said.

  Soto added that Venezuela is not well-prepared for earthquakes, calling the country “ill-equipped to manage and to cope with a situation like this,” and pointed out that the last major quake in Caracas was in 1967.

  She also said authorities are seeking help from private companies for heavy equipment and are appealing to citizens to provide food and water to those affected.

• 25 Jun 2026, 06:40:38 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Ukraine expresses solidarity after deadly earthquakes

  Ucrania expresa su solidaridad con el pueblo venezolano ante los devastadores terremotos que han provocado una destrucción generalizada y lamentables pérdidas humanas.
  
  Hacemos llegar nuestras más sentidas condolencias a los familiares de las víctimas.
  
  Deseamos una pronta…

  — Andrii Sybiha 🇺🇦 (@andrii_sybiha) June 25, 2026

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Ukraine has expressed solidarity with Venezuela following the deadly earthquakes, extending condolences and support for recovery efforts. Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said Ukraine stands with the affected population as rescue operations continue.

  “We extend our deepest condolences to the families of the victims,” he said, adding, “We wish a speedy recovery to the injured and strength to the rescue teams working tirelessly on the ground.”

  He also voiced hope for recovery, saying, “We trust that all affected communities will be able to recover from this tragic catastrophe as soon as possible. Stay strong, Venezuelans.”

• 25 Jun 2026, 06:39:53 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: ‘People trapped in rubble’ top concern, Rubio says

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Rubio said the immediate priority of the US response to the Venezuela earthquakes is rescuing people trapped under debris. He stressed that efforts are focused on saving lives as emergency teams work to reach survivors.

  “Right now we’re worried that there are people trapped in rubble. We want to help them get out,” he told reporters, adding that “no matter what the United States has always responded to humanitarian crises, especially in our own hemisphere.”

  He said the response will remain centered on rescue operations: “So right now we’re just going to focus on the human aspect of this. There are human beings that have been harmed, that have been hurt… We’re going to focus on that.”

  Rubio also noted the scale of the disaster, with at least 164 confirmed dead and nearly 1,000 injured, as rescue teams continue working to free those still trapped.

  “I think that Venezuela is going to emerge stronger from it despite the tragedy that it’s confronting it right now,” he added.

• 25 Jun 2026, 06:01:39 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Czech Republic PM offers humanitarian support after quakes

  A massive disaster has struck Venezuela, where an earthquake has claimed thousands of lives. My thoughts are with the families of the victims and with all Venezuelans affected by this tragedy. The Czech Republic stands ready to provide immediate humanitarian assistance and…

  — Andrej Babiš (@AndrejBabis) June 25, 2026

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: The Czech Republic has pledged humanitarian support to Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes. Prime Minister Andrej Babiš expressed condolences and said his country is ready to assist rescue efforts.

  “My thoughts are with the families of the victims and with all Venezuelans affected by this tragedy,” he wrote, adding that “The Czech Republic stands ready to provide immediate humanitarian assistance and support for rescue operations.”

• 25 Jun 2026, 05:51:28 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: UN calls for full media access amid earthquake emergency

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: The UN Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Venezuela has urged authorities to restore full access to social networks and media outlets following the earthquakes. It said timely communication is essential for public safety and disaster response.

  In a statement, the mission expressed “profound dismay” at the situation and called on regulators to act “as a priority and immediate measure” so that the National Telecommunications Commission (CONATEL) allows access to networks.

  It stressed that “in the coming hours and days, timely access to reliable information and communication channels will be vital for the protection of the lives, safety, and well-being of the population,” and warned that the disaster “further aggravates the needs of the population” amid existing challenges.

  The mission also said the response must follow human rights standards to ensure “the needs and dignity of individuals remain central” during recovery efforts.

• 25 Jun 2026, 05:40:50 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Venezuela telecom firm offers free internet, phone services for 48 hours

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Venezuela’s state telecom company CANTV said it will make internet, fixed telephone, and television services free for 48 hours following the earthquakes. The company said the measure was introduced in response to the emergency caused by the disaster.

  In a statement, CANTV said the decision was taken “in response to the contingency situation generated by the recent earthquakes that occurred in the national territory.”

• 25 Jun 2026, 05:35:24 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: US to assess Venezuela quake damage in 48 hours, Rubio says

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Rubio said Washington will assess conditions in Venezuela over the next 48 hours before defining longer-term recovery support following the earthquakes.

  “There will be a better assessment of the situation ‘after the next 48 hours’,” he said, adding that a second phase will focus on identifying both immediate and longer-term needs as damage becomes clearer on the ground.

  “We’ll have a better assessment of that after the next 48 hours when we are on the ground and as the Venezuelan authorities get more visibility regarding the level of damage in terms of housing,” he told reporters in Manama, Bahrain.

  He also said the US will explore support for restoring disrupted digital infrastructure, adding that “the US will see what can be done to help Venezuela restore the internet and telecommunications.”

• 25 Jun 2026, 05:34:21 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: 54 Spanish army rescuers on standby for disaster response

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Spain’s defence ministry said it has 54 army search-and-rescue personnel ready to deploy to Venezuela following the devastating twin earthquakes. The unit specializes in disaster response and is equipped with trained search dogs, rescue cameras, and geophones - devices used to detect sounds and movements under collapsed structures.

• 25 Jun 2026, 05:32:44 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Schools shut, courts suspended after powerful earthquakes in Venezuela

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: The Venezuelan government is urging residents to stay indoors if their buildings are structurally safe. Authorities have also taken sweeping precautionary measures across the capital.

  The education ministry has suspended classes, while the Supreme Court has halted its activities as part of the emergency response. Public transport has been heavily disrupted, with metro and railway services suspended in Caracas, and Simón Bolívar International Airport temporarily closed. (CNN)

• 25 Jun 2026, 05:24:22 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: US oil giant Chevron says all staff safe after quakes

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: US oil giant Chevron said all of its employees in Venezuela have been accounted for after the two powerful earthquakes. The company, which has the largest US oil presence in the country, said operations continue despite widespread power outages and disruptions along the north coast. In a statement, a spokesperson expressed sorrow over the loss of life, saying Chevron stands “in solidarity with the country and its people” and remains committed to supporting staff and nearby communities while ensuring safe operations.

  The company has maintained a presence in Venezuela even as other US oil firms exited in 2007, and the disaster now raises questions about potential impacts on oil production and exports at a sensitive moment for global energy markets. (CNN)

• 25 Jun 2026, 05:21:50 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: 85 French rescuers deployed to Venezuela after earthquakes, Macron says

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: French President Emmanuel Macron said 85 French search-and-rescue specialists are being immediately deployed to Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes. He added that he had spoken with Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez and expressed solidarity with the Venezuelan people. France, he said, along with its partners, stands ready to provide further assistance.

• 25 Jun 2026, 05:18:03 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Seismologist warns of ‘very dangerous’ recovery amid aftershocks

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Seismologists warn that recovery in Venezuela remains highly risky due to the threat of aftershocks. Adam Pascale, chief scientist at the Seismology Research Centre in Australia, said there must be “very great awareness” of the danger, especially for rescue teams working on the ground. He told Al Jazeera that “it is a very dangerous time for those undertaking the recovery.”

  He also noted that, beyond aftershocks, there is a small possibility of another quake of similar or greater magnitude, though this risk decreases significantly after the first few days.

• 25 Jun 2026, 05:07:44 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: US pledges ‘big, fast, effective’ aid for Venezuela earthquake relief

  The United States extends our deepest condolences to the people of Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes.
  
  Our hearts are with all those who have lost loved ones, those injured, and the courageous rescue workers working tirelessly in the aftermath.
  
  America stands…

  — Secretary Marco Rubio (@SecRubio) June 25, 2026

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States will provide a “big, fast and effective” response following the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela. In a post on X, he expressed condolences to victims and their families, extended support to those injured, and praised rescue workers on the ground. He added that, on President Trump’s direction, the State Department is immediately sending search and rescue teams, medical aid, and humanitarian assistance to help with relief efforts. (AFP)

  The US secretary of state says his country has already deployed search and rescue teams to Venezuela from Fairfax County, Virginia, and Los Angeles. “There will be some others,” he said, speaking to reporters in Manama, Bahrain. “We are also helping them with some overhead imagery,” the US top diplomat said.

  “Especially in coastal areas where they don’t have full visibility over what the damage has been, and what the impact has been,” Rubio added.

  “Those are the acute short-term needs over the next 48 to 72 hours,” he said.

• 25 Jun 2026, 05:03:33 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Visuals from the aftermath of the Venezuela earthquake

  

  Rescuers work at the site of a collapsed building following an earthquake in Caracas on June 25, 2026. Powerful twin earthquakes have killed 32 people and injured more than 700, the nation's interim president said on June 25, after the massive shocks collapsed entire buildings and sent people running in panic. (Photo by Manaure QUINTERO / AFP) (AFP)

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE:

• 25 Jun 2026, 04:44:06 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: UN-coordinated rescue teams on the way, says President

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Specialist rescue teams coordinated by the United Nations are on their way to Venezuela, Acting President Delcy Rodríguez said on Thursday.

  The teams are expected to assist local authorities and emergency services as search-and-rescue operations continue in areas devastated by the powerful earthquakes that struck the country on Wednesday evening local time.

• 25 Jun 2026, 04:24:37 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Around 30 aftershocks recorded after twin earthquakes, says Rodríguez

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez said around 30 aftershocks have been recorded following the two powerful earthquakes that struck the country, reported AFP.

  The aftershocks came after the back-to-back 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude tremors that caused widespread destruction, killed hundreds of people and left nearly thousand injured.

• 25 Jun 2026, 04:23:08 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Rescue teams redeployed to hard-hit La Guaira

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez said authorities are moving rescue teams from other parts of the country to La Guaira, one of the regions worst affected by the earthquakes.

  Located on Venezuela's northern coast, just north of Caracas, La Guaira has suffered extensive damage, with numerous buildings collapsing in the powerful tremors.

  Rodríguez said officials were working to maximize daylight hours as rescuers race to reach people believed to be trapped beneath the rubble.

  “Dozens of buildings have collapsed there ... and we are currently carrying out intensive rescue operations to save lives,” she said.

• 25 Jun 2026, 03:48:55 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: France to deploy 85 rescue workers

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: French President Emmanuel Macron said France will deploy 85 rescue workers to Venezuela to assist with search-and-rescue operations following the devastating earthquakes.

• 25 Jun 2026, 03:45:56 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Death toll rises to 164, nearly 1,000 injured

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: The death toll from Venezuela's devastating earthquakes has climbed to at least 164, with 971 people injured, acting President Delcy Rodríguez said on Thursday.

  The sharp increase in casualties comes as rescue teams continue searching through collapsed buildings and debris in some of the hardest-hit areas.

• 25 Jun 2026, 03:44:38 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Photo captures scale of destruction in La Guaira

  

  A car under the rubble of a building in the aftermath of earthquakes, in Caraballeda, La Guaira state, Venezuela, June 24, 2026. Jose Alberto Gallipoli Lameda/via REUTERS THIS IMAGE HAS BEEN SUPPLIED BY A THIRD PARTY. MANDATORY CREDIT. NO RESALES. NO ARCHIVES. Verification Lines: Reuters confirmed the location from road layout, buildings and signage which matched archive and satellite images. Location and date of the video are also verified by original file metadata. (via REUTERS)

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: A photograph from Caraballeda in Venezuela's La Guaira state shows a car crushed beneath the rubble of a collapsed building.

  La Guaira has emerged as one of the hardest-hit regions, with authorities reporting extensive structural damage and ongoing rescue operations.

• 25 Jun 2026, 03:24:15 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Thousands feared trapped as rescuers search collapsed buildings

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Fears are growing that the death toll from Venezuela's devastating earthquakes could rise sharply as rescue teams continue searching for survivors beneath collapsed buildings in and around Caracas, multiple media oulets reported.

  Authorities have so far confirmed at least 32 deaths and more than 700 injuries, but emergency crews are still working to reach heavily damaged areas and locate people believed to be trapped under the rubble.

  The disaster was triggered by two powerful earthquakes that struck less than a minute apart on Wednesday evening – a magnitude 7.2 quake followed by an even stronger 7.5 tremor, according to the US Geological Survey.

• 25 Jun 2026, 03:09:12 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Germany says six military aircraft ready to aid in the relief mission

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Germany is prepared to deploy up to six military transport aircraft to support relief operations in earthquake-hit Venezuela, Defence Minister Boris Pistorius said on Thursday, reported news agency AFP.

  "It is crucial to provide swift assistance," Pistorius said, adding that he was "deeply shocked" by the devastation caused by the earthquakes.

  "The German armed forces stands ready and can make up to six A400M transport aircraft available at short notice as soon as support is requested from us," he said.

  According to Pistorius, crews are already preparing for a possible deployment. The aircraft could be used to transport rescue workers, humanitarian supplies and equipment from Germany to Venezuela, as well as support operations within the country.

  He added that the planes and their crews have extensive experience in humanitarian and disaster-relief missions.

• 25 Jun 2026, 02:43:51 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Earthquake doublet explained

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: The Venezuela event was a seismic doublet, as per the USGS, meaning two large earthquakes of similar size occurred very close together in both time and location. The sequence began with a magnitude 7.2 foreshock, which was followed just 39 seconds later by a larger magnitude 7.5 mainshock. Unlike a typical earthquake sequence, where a single major earthquake is followed by smaller aftershocks, a doublet involves two comparably powerful events occurring in rapid succession. Scientists believe the first earthquake likely altered stresses on nearby sections of the fault, helping to trigger the second rupture almost immediately.

• 25 Jun 2026, 02:28:43 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: UN experts urge Venezuela to unblock social media amid quake response

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: UN-appointed experts on Thursday reportedly called on Venezuelan authorities to immediately restore access to social media platforms and news outlets, arguing that the flow of information is critical as the country responds to the devastating earthquakes.

  In a statement, the Independent International Fact-Finding Mission on Venezuela said the disaster was a major setback for a country already facing significant challenges.

  "For a country already facing enormous challenges this is a devastating blow," the experts said.

  They urged authorities to ensure that human rights guide both the national and international response to the disaster and called on telecommunications regulator CONATEL to fully restore access to social media and media platforms.

  "As a critical first step, it is vital that CONATEL, the country's telecommunications regulator, fully unblock access to social media and all media outlets," the statement said.

  The experts added that access to information in the aftermath of the earthquakes could be "a matter of life and death" as families search for loved ones and emergency responders coordinate rescue efforts, reported news agency AFP.

• 25 Jun 2026, 02:18:20 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: EU activates satellite monitoring, says ready to expand aid

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: The European Union on Thursday said it has activated its satellite-based Copernicus monitoring system to support recovery and damage assessment efforts in Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes.

  EU aid commissioner Hadja Lahbib said the bloc stands ready to provide additional assistance as the situation develops.

  "Copernicus is activated and we stand ready to step up assistance," Lahbib wrote in a post on X.

• 25 Jun 2026, 02:13:51 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Germany offers 6 military planes for relief efforts

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Germany has offered six military transport aircraft to support relief and rescue operations in Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes that have killed at least 32 people and injured hundreds, reported AFP.

• 25 Jun 2026, 02:04:41 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Most powerful earthquake to hit the country since 1900, says USGS data

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: The 7.5-magnitude earthquake that struck Venezuela on Wednesday is the strongest to hit the country in more than a century, according to data from the US Geological Survey (USGS) cited by AFP.

  The agency said the last stronger earthquake recorded in Venezuela occurred on October 29, 1900, when a 7.7-magnitude offshore tremor caused extensive damage to churches, public buildings and homes.

• 25 Jun 2026, 01:49:42 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Cellphone services disrupted in parts of country

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Cellphone service has reportedly been disrupted across parts of Venezuela following the powerful earthquakes.

  According to an AP report, the communication outages have also heightened anxiety among families trying to contact loved ones, particularly within Venezuela's large diaspora. More than 7.7 million Venezuelans have left the country in recent years.

• 25 Jun 2026, 01:42:50 PM IST

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: President Rodríguez speaks with US' Marco Rubio on call

  Venezuela earthquake LIVE: Acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez said on Thursday that she spoke by phone with US secretary of state Marco Rubio following the devastating earthquakes.

  In a post on X, Rodríguez said Rubio conveyed his support for Venezuela as the country continues rescue and recovery operations.

  "I spoke by phone with US secretary of state Marco Rubio, who expressed his solidarity and support for the Venezuelan people during these difficult times for our nation," Rodríguez wrote.

  She thanked the United States for the gesture, adding: "We appreciate this expression of solidarity with Venezuela during such a challenging period, marked by the impact of the natural disaster that has affected several regions of the country."