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4.9-Magnitude Quake Hits Near Maracay; President Visits, Aid Arrives

6/27/2026

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Platform X restrictions have eased, letting residents share disaster updates.
A magnitude-4.9 quake struck 61 km northwest of Maracay, Venezuela, on Friday while officials are still confirming damage.
Interim President Delcy Rodríguez visited a hard-hit area, said international aid is arriving and offered solidarity to victims’ families.
Residents have used private vehicles to transport injured as rescue teams continue operations.
Earlier 7.2/7.5 quakes left 920 dead, 3,360 injured, 50,000 missing.

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Story summary

Platform X restrictions have eased, letting residents share disaster updates.
A magnitude-4.9 quake struck 61 km northwest of Maracay, Venezuela, on Friday while officials are still confirming damage.
Interim President Delcy Rodríguez visited a hard-hit area, said international aid is arriving and offered solidarity to victims’ families.
Residents have used private vehicles to transport injured as rescue teams continue operations.
Earlier 7.2/7.5 quakes left 920 dead, 3,360 injured, 50,000 missing.