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Venezuela Hit by Three Earthquakes, No Casualties Reported

9/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Three earthquakes struck northwestern Venezuela on September 24, 2025, starting with a 6.2-magnitude quake at 6:21 p.m.
A 4.9-magnitude quake hit at 10:42 p.m., followed by a 6.3-magnitude quake in Trujillo at 11:51 p.m.
Venezuela's Vice President Delcy Rodríguez reported no casualties and said the country remains on high alert due to numerous aftershocks; damage assessments are ongoing.

History

Historical Context

The 1967 Caracas earthquake, measuring 6.5 on the Richter scale, killed over 200 people and caused extensive damage in Venezuela. In response, the government and organizations like the Red Cross initiated recovery efforts. The region's ongoing seismic vulnerability is highlighted by a 6.2-magnitude quake in 2025, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced disaster preparedness in earthquake-prone areas.

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Story summary

Three earthquakes struck northwestern Venezuela on September 24, 2025, starting with a 6.2-magnitude quake at 6:21 p.m.
A 4.9-magnitude quake hit at 10:42 p.m., followed by a 6.3-magnitude quake in Trujillo at 11:51 p.m.
Venezuela's Vice President Delcy Rodríguez reported no casualties and said the country remains on high alert due to numerous aftershocks; damage assessments are ongoing.

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