Two powerful earthquakes of magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5 struck Venezuela on the evening of June 24, killing at least 164 people and injuring more than 1,000. Many remain trapped under collapsed buildings as rescuers race to find survivors. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Associated Press.
The earthquakes caused significant damage in the cities of La Guaira and Caracas, with buildings collapsing and streets filled with rubble. Rescue workers and volunteers are using daylight hours to speed up search and rescue operations.
World leaders have offered assistance to Venezuela. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio wrote on social platform X: "The United States extends our deepest condolences to the people of Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes. America stands with the Venezuelan people during this difficult time and at the direction of President Trump, the State Department is immediately deploying search and rescue teams, medical resources, and humanitarian assistance."
Other world leaders and international organizations have also expressed readiness to help. Venezuelan authorities are coordinating emergency response in affected areas.
The earthquakes are among the strongest to hit Venezuela in over a century, with effects felt throughout the region. Rescue efforts continue, and the death toll may rise.