- Earthquakes caused panic in urban centres including Caracas, which is located in the complex tectonic zones of the Caribbean region.
- Earthquakes struck near Caracas, leading to building collapses and reported damage in the capital.
- Earthquakes impacted Caracas, Venezuela, causing building collapses in a neighborhood.
- Earthquakes struck west of Caracas, Venezuela, prompting the Interior Minister to address the national crisis.
A crisis in Caracas, Venezuela, prompted by earthquakes, has led to a state of emergency and international offers of aid.
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A crisis in Caracas, Venezuela, prompted by earthquakes, has led to a state of emergency and international offers of aid.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- US government and companies are pursuing field development licenses and acquisitions to reduce reliance on imports.Sub-event
- CRS and JRS coordinate relief efforts in Caracas, Venezuela, using U.S. funding and UN support to aid earthquake victims.Sub-event
- Israel deploys a relief delegation to Venezuela as part of a joint mission reviewed by the NSC.Sub-event
- Diosdado Cabello, in his capacity related to the crisis, blocks international rescue teams from reaching victims in Venezuela.Sub-event
- An earthquake hit Caracas on June 24, 2026, prompting a state of emergency and leading to airport closures.Sub-event
US deploys rescue and humanitarian aid to Caracas following recent earthquakes.1 source
Crisis in Caracas, Venezuela, including emergency declaration and international offers of help.1 source
Earthquakes hit Caracas; Delcy Rodriguez confirmed as interim President.1 source
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Earthquakes struck west of Caracas, Venezuela, prompting the Interior Minister to address the national crisis.Also in this story
- Earthquakes continue to affect the coast of Venezuela, prompting officials to address the resulting crisis in specific neighborhoods.
- A building was destroyed in the Altamira neighborhood of Caracas, the capital of Venezuela.
- A minister mobilized emergency services after a major earthquake was felt in the region, including neighboring countries.
- Diosdado Cabello warned about gas supply accidents and Delcy Rodriguez reported airport closure due to damage in Caracas.
The entities involved
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Caracas
capital and largest city of Venezuela
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Delcy Rodriguez
Acting President of Venezuela since 2026
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Diosdado Cabello
Venezuelan politician, military officer
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Venezuela
Country in Latin America
- Multiple energy companies, including SLB, Halliburton, and Eni, are expanding operations and seeking talent in Venezuela, supported by Trump's energy revival plan.
- Venezuela's energy sector is opening, granting licenses to international firms like Shell and UCC for gas development in the Loran field.
Related events
- A local fund in Boston is responding to the national crisis caused by recent earthquakes in Venezuela.
- The crisis in Venezuela is ongoing, with the White House providing aid and political support, and Maria Corina Machado seeking a return.
- Panama joined relief efforts for earthquake victims.
- Earthquake risk is being noted across Latin America, involving Caracas and Ecuador.
- Crippling sanctions remain on Venezuela as the administration offers aid amid the ongoing crisis, with the epicenter being in San Felipe.