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Venezuela: Earthquakes - Jun 2026
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On 24 June 2026, two strong earthquakes, preliminarily measured at magnitudes 7.1 and 7.5, struck north-central Venezuela in rapid succession, with epicentres near Morón, Carabobo State. The earthquakes were felt across much of the country, including Caracas, La Guaira, Aragua, Carabobo and neighbouring states. Therefore, the national government of Venezuela declared the state of emergency.
Preliminary information indicates damage to residential and commercial buildings, with reports of structural collapses in parts of Caracas and damage to infrastructure in several affected areas. Search and rescue operations have been activated while authorities continue rapid damage assessments. Power and telecommunications interruptions have been reported in some locations, and hospitals are receiving injured people. ([Cruz Roja Venezolana & IFRC, 25 Jun 2026](https://reliefweb.int/node/4217826))
More than two months after the 24 June earthquakes, the response in Venezuela is increasingly focused on stabilization, while humanitarian and protection needs remain significant. As of August 24, authorities reported 6,509 fatalities, 6,462 people rescued, 226,696 people injured, 60,785 homes evaluated and 25,240 homes damaged, including continued displacement of affected families. Many households remain unable to return home, underscoring the scale of recovery needs ([UNHCR, 16 Sep 2026.](https://reliefweb.int/node/4230180/))
### Appeals & Response Plans
- [![OCHA: Terremotos Venezuela: Adenda al Plan de Respuesta Humanitaria 2026 [EN/ES] - Cover preview](https://reliefweb.int/sites/default/files/styles/small/public/previews/2b/64/2b64f24f-1f8e-42cb-8d82-b7bb366f41cf.png) OCHA: Terremotos Venezuela: Adenda al Plan de Respuesta Humanitaria 2026 [EN/ES]](https://reliefweb.int/node/4220996)
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| Reliefweb Status | ongoing |
| Reliefweb Type | Earthquake |
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