← Back to headlines Deadly Earthquakes Strike Venezuela, Killing at Least 188 Twin earthquakes have devastated Venezuela, resulting in at least 188 fatalities and leaving thousands missing under rubble. Rescue efforts are ongoing, with international aid being offered as survivors recount harrowing experiences.
25 Jun, 05:49 — 25 Jun, 18:52
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Quake is devastating blow to Venezuela at time of uncertainty The quake comes less than six months after Venezuela's then-leader Nicolás Maduro was seized by US forces.
Read full article → NYT Mostly Factual 4d ago
On the ground and online, Venezuelans desperately search for missing relatives. Friends and family of those in the earthquake zone were turning to social media and heading to affected neighborhoods as they awaited an official rescue response.
By María Victoria Fermín, Sheyla Urdaneta and Frances Robles
Read full article → The Guardian Mostly Factual 4d ago
Rescue teams race to Venezuela amid fears thousands killed in earthquakes US among nations sending help to search for survivors on country’s north coast where dozen of buildings flattened
Venezuela earthquake – latest updates
Rescue teams are racing to Venezuela’s shattered northern coast after a sucker punch of almost simultaneous earthquakes reduced dozens of buildings to rubble, with thousands feared to have been killed.
The US secretary of state, Marco Rubio, said the Department of Defense would help search and rescue teams deploy to the affected region after...
By Tom Phillips in Rio de Janeiro Camille Rodríguez Montilla in La Guaira and María de los Ángeles Graterol in Caracas
Read full article → Al Jazeera Mostly Factual 4d ago
Venezuela struggles to respond to devastating twin earthquakes Noris Soto says authorities appear to lack a clear response plan in the aftermath of two powerful earthquakes.
Read full article → SCMP Mostly Factual 4d ago
US-led relief effort puts Washington’s post-Maduro strategy in Venezuela to the test The United States is mounting a large-scale humanitarian operation in Venezuela after twin earthquakes devastated the South American country, putting to the test Washington’s role as the most influential international partner in the country’s post-Maduro transition.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington was deploying search-and-rescue teams, military logistics and humanitarian help after Wednesday’s magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes, which have killed at least 164 people and injur...
By Teresa Elena Frontado
Read full article → France 24 High 5d ago
#Venezuela hit by deadly back-to-back #earthquakes Twin #earthquakes killed nearly 200 people and injured over 1,000 after hitting the region of #Caracas, in #Venezuela. The death toll is expected to rise as many residents remain trapped under rubble.
By FRANCE24
Read full article → The Independent Mostly Factual 4d ago
More than 30,000 missing and 164 dead after Venezuela’s worst earthquake in a century Residents described ‘horror movie’ scenes as bodies and survivors were pulled from huge mounds of rubble
By Alex Croft
Read full article → EL PAIS Mostly Factual 5d ago
Early data on the devastating twin earthquakes in Venezuela The death toll stands at 164, but USGS estimates suggest it is very likely to exceed 1,000 and could surpass 10,000
By Laura Navarro Soler,Sebastián Casse,Pablo Montalvo,Kiko Llaneras,Yolanda Clemente Pomeda
Read full article → hindustan-times Mostly Factual 5d ago
Venezuela earthquakes: Rescue ops enter 'dangerous' phase & why Caracas got caught in crosshairs Seismologists say the immediate aftermath carries much risk from aftershocks and unstable structures, particularly for recovery teams.
Read full article → cyprus-mail 5d ago
Cyprus offers condolences to Venezuela after earthquakes kill 164 Cyprus has expressed solidarity with Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes killed at least 164 people and caused widespread destruction. In its statement issued on Thursday, the foreign ministry said it was “deeply shocked” by the loss of life and devastation caused by the disaster, which struck northern Venezuela and triggered extensive damage in several areas, […]
Read full article → Dawn Mostly Factual 5d ago
'Everything collapsed': Venezuela region hit hardest by quakes cries for help In the city of Catia La Mar on Venezuela’s coast, Yilsmaris Blanco stared in shock at the scenes of devastation early Thursday after powerful twin earthquakes levelled dozens of buildings.
“It was terrible. Everything, everything collapsed,” the 39-year-old woman told AFP.
“We thank God because… we’re alive, but there are people right now suffering with their relatives buried, with their relatives crushed and they can’t get them out.”
A man walks past a fire outside a building follo...
By none@none.com (AFP)
Read full article → ndtv Mostly Factual 5d ago
164 Dead, 971 Injured After Powerful Earthquakes Hit Venezuela The quakes were among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century and could be felt throughout the region.
Read full article → rte-news Mostly Factual 5d ago
Eyewitness footage captures moment Venezuela quake struck Eyewitness footage shows the moment an earthquake rocked Maiquetia airport in Venezuela.
Read full article → channel-news-asia Mostly Factual 4d ago
Venezuelans trapped alive after twin quakes kill at least 188 National Assembly chief Jorge Rodriguez said at least 188 people were killed and 1,520 injured after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela.
Read full article → The Week Mostly Factual 5d ago
Dual earthquakes rock Venezuela, killing hundreds Over 160 people are confirmed dead and hundreds more injured
By Peter Weber, The Week US
Read full article → the-journal 5d ago
32 dead and more than 700 injured after twin earthquakes hit Venezuela 20 aftershocks followed the twin earthquakes on Thursday.
Read full article → billboard Mostly Factual 5d ago
Danny Ocean, Lasso & More Use Social Media to Spread Word for Help After Venezuela Quakes: ‘My Heart Is Broken’ Venezuelan artists are trying to help from afar after devastating earthquakes struck the country June 24.
By Sigal Ratner-Arias
Read full article → Bangkok Post Mostly Factual 5d ago
Thousands feared dead after Venezuela quakes CARACAS - Thousands of Venezuelans were feared dead on Thursday after two powerful earthquakes wreaked havoc in and around the capital Caracas, trapping people beneath the rubble of collapsed buildings and setting off powerful aftershocks.
Read full article → Daily Sabah Mixed 5d ago
Venezuela searches for survivors of twin quakes that killed 164 Emergency crews and residents scrambled to save survivors trapped beneath collapsed buildings in Venezuela Thursday after two powerful earthquakes killed at least 164 people and ca...
Read full article → punch-ng Mostly Factual 5d ago
Twin earthquakes kill 32, injure over 700 in Venezuela Twin earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 have killed 32 people and injured over 700 in Venezuela, collapsing buildings and causing widespread panic.
Read More: https://punchng.com/twin-earthquakes-kill-32-injure-over-700-in-venezuela/
By Punch Newspapers
Read full article → vanguard-ng Mixed 5d ago
Venezuelans trapped alive after twin quakes kill at least 164 Desperate Venezuelans battled Thursday to rescue loved ones trapped alive beneath the rubble of collapsed buildings after two major earthquakes that killed at least 164 people.
The post Venezuelans trapped alive after twin quakes kill at least 164 appeared first on Vanguard News.
By Akinbayo Wahab
Read full article → caracas-chronicles Mostly Factual 4d ago
A Shaken Country and an Exposed State Two earthquakes in less than a minute are a serious hit to any nation. Picture it in one where institutions were systematically depleted
By Juan Carlos Gabaldón
Read full article → 44 articles in other languages(Czech, Croatian, Portuguese, Bosnian, German, Spanish, Greek, Danish, nno, Romanian, Macedonian, French, Hungarian, Japanese, als, Polish, Swedish, Italian, Dutch, Serbian, snk) Coverage Timeline First report: ruv · 25 Jun, 00:30| Full coverage: 66 · 18h| Window: 18h
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Why this mattersThese powerful earthquakes represent a major humanitarian crisis for Venezuela, a country already facing significant economic and political challenges. The scale of destruction and the high number of casualties will place immense strain on the nation's infrastructure and emergency services, potentially exacerbating existing vulnerabilities and requiring substantial international aid.
Story evolutionThe narrative shifted from initial reports of casualties to a rapidly escalating death toll and growing fears of thousands missing, alongside increasing focus on international aid and the internal challenges of Venezuela's response capabilities.
Initial Impact and Early Reports June 25 morning (UTC)
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, causing immediate widespread destruction and initial reports of dozens killed and hundreds injured.
Escalating Death Toll and Search Efforts June 25 mid-day (UTC)
The confirmed death toll rapidly increased to over 160, with rescue teams racing against time to find survivors trapped under rubble. Fears of thousands missing or dead began to emerge.
International Response and Institutional Scrutiny June 25 afternoon (UTC)
International aid offers poured in, and some outlets began to highlight the challenges Venezuela's institutions faced in responding to a disaster of this magnitude, linking it to the country's political context.
Updated Casualties and Ongoing Desperation June 25 late afternoon/evening (UTC)
The death toll was updated to at least 188, with continued reports of desperate searches for missing relatives and the grim reality of decreasing chances for survivors.
The Story What 66 sources agree on, dispute, and miss
What sources agree onVenezuela was hit by two powerful earthquakes, described as the strongest in over a century. The earthquakes caused widespread destruction, including collapsed buildings, particularly in Caracas and La Guaira. Rescue operations are underway, with international aid being offered and sent. The death toll is expected to rise significantly beyond initial reports. Key claims5 agreed · 1 disputed
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At least 188 people were killed and 1,520 injured.
agreed · channel-news-asia aktuality-sk n1-serbia
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The earthquakes were among the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century.
agreed · aktuality-sk aktualne-cz The Independent ndtv morgunbladid +2
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Two powerful earthquakes struck in less than a minute, with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5.
agreed · index-hr iefimerida indian-express punch-ng vijesti-me +1
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The US Geological Survey (USGS) estimates the death toll could exceed 1,000 and potentially surpass 10,000 to 100,000.
agreed · EL PAIS orf politiken luxemburger-wort
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National Assembly chief Jorge Rodriguez reported the death and injury figures.
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President Delcy Rodríguez reported at least 164 deaths.
disputed · luxemburger-wort Daily Sabah vanguard-ng The Week NHK World
Disputed by channel-news-asia aktuality-sk n1-serbia
Later reports from National Assembly chief Jorge Rodriguez and other outlets indicated a higher death toll of at least 188.
Where they divergeEstimated death toll and missing persons
forbes punch-ng klix-ba la-vanguardia
Initial reports stated at least 32 dead and over 700 injured.
Daily Sabah vanguard-ng The Week ndtv morgunbladid +5 morecyprus-mail indian-express NHK World delo vijesti-me
The death toll quickly rose to at least 164.
aktuality-sk channel-news-asia
Coverage gapsSpecific details about the US-led relief effort and its implications for Washington's post-Maduro strategy.
Reported SCMP
Missing NYT The Guardian Al Jazeera
Reports on the impact on Venezuelan expatriate communities, particularly Portuguese descendants, searching for relatives.
Reported publico
Missing NYT The Guardian
Analysis from a Croatian seismologist comparing the Venezuelan quakes to the seismic activity in Croatia.
Reported index-hr
Missing jutarnji-list
Details about the Pope's donation of 100,000 Euros for humanitarian aid.
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Source Outleti General editorial lean of the outlet Storyi How they covered this specific story Tone Factuality The Guardian left left urgent Mostly Factual Highlights international aid and fears of thousands dead
The Independent center-left left sensational Mostly Factual Describes 'horror movie' scenes and high missing count
Coverage leans: center-left
The coverage generally leans center-left, with many outlets focusing on the humanitarian crisis and the challenges facing Venezuela's government, while some explicitly link the disaster to the country's political instability.
NYT center-left left urgent Mostly Factual Focuses on desperate search for missing relatives
EL PAIS center-left left analytical Mostly Factual Cites USGS estimates for very high death toll
avgi center-left left alarmist — Reports building collapses and fears of thousands dead
caracas-chronicles center-left left analytical Mostly Factual Critiques state's institutional depletion
n1-serbia center-left center-left urgent — Highlights decreasing chances of finding survivors
publico center-left center-left alarmist — Emphasizes anguish of Portuguese-descendant families
index-hr center-left center-left analytical — Expert analysis on earthquake strength
Al Jazeera center-left center-left analytical Mostly Factual Critiques authorities' lack of clear response plan
iefimerida center-left center-left alarmist — Emphasizes apocalyptic images and missing persons
politiken center-left center-left analytical Mostly Factual Notes political controversies set aside for aid
newsbeast center-left center-left urgent — Describes people sleeping outdoors due to fear
danas center-left center-left neutral — Reports Serbia offering condolences and aid
hvg center-left center-left urgent — Reports on rescue operations and dramatic photos
ndtv center-left center-left neutral Mostly Factual Reports death and injury figures, quake strength
tvn24 center-left center-left sensational — Reports on airport damage and eyewitness accounts
de-volkskrant center-left center-left neutral — Summarizes current knowledge about earthquakes
aktualne-cz center center-left alarmist — Emphasizes horror and calls for help
billboard center center-left optimistic Mostly Factual Highlights artists' social media calls for help
BBC center center-left analytical High Connects quake to Venezuela's political uncertainty
indian-express center center-left neutral Mostly Factual Summarizes key developments of the disaster
France 24 center center-left urgent High Reports death toll and expected rise
hotnews center center-left sensational — Describes hotel collapse in La Guaira
Yahoo center center-left urgent Mostly Factual Reports buildings collapsing due to quakes
the-journal center center-left neutral — Reports initial deaths, injuries, and aftershocks
rte-news center center-left sensational Mostly Factual Shares eyewitness footage of quake striking
vijesti-me center center-left urgent — Reports quake magnitudes and death toll
delo center center-left urgent — Reports strongest quake since 1900 and emergency
aktuality-sk center center-left urgent — Focus on human suffering and scale of disaster
tagesschau center center-left neutral Very High Focuses on known facts and infrastructure impact
SCMP center center analytical Mostly Factual Analyzes US relief effort and political implications
vanguard-ng center center-left urgent Mixed Focuses on desperate rescue efforts
The Week center center-left neutral Mostly Factual Reports confirmed dead and injured
vg center center-left urgent — Highlights increasing scope of disaster
cyprus-mail center center-left neutral — Reports Cyprus offering condolences
digi24 center center-left analytical — Expert explains emergency response mechanisms
mkd-mk center center-left urgent — Reports worst quake in 100 years, incoming aid
Dawn center center-left urgent Mostly Factual Focuses on devastation and calls for help
Bangkok Post center center-left alarmist Mostly Factual Highlights fears of thousands dead
NHK World center center-left urgent High Reports on emergency declaration and rescue efforts
balkan-web center center-left alarmist — Describes apocalyptic images and missing persons platform
orf center center-left alarmist High Reports high uncertainty and feared death toll
20-minuten center center-left sensational Mostly Factual Shows videos of panic and destruction
irozhlas center center-left neutral — Reports Czech Republic offering rescue team
jutarnji-list center center-left analytical — Quotes seismologist on aftershock chances
forbes center center neutral — Reports initial death toll and powerful quakes
punch-ng center center-left urgent Mostly Factual Reports initial death and injury figures
klix-ba center center-left urgent — Reports president's statement and international rescuers
ruv center center-left urgent — Reports emergency declared after powerful quakes
channel-news-asia center center urgent Mostly Factual Factual reporting of death toll and injuries
luxemburger-wort center center alarmist — Reports high potential death toll
hindustan-times center center analytical Mostly Factual Explains risks of aftershocks for rescue teams
la-vanguardia center center neutral Mostly Factual Reports international aid offers and initial casualties
il-sole-24-ore center center neutral Mostly Factual Shares videos and reports gratitude for solidarity
faz center center-right neutral — Reports on Papal donation and growing death toll
die-presse center center-right alarmist — Quotes aid coordinator on expected catastrophe
morgunbladid center center-right urgent — Reports on strongest quake in over a century
observador center center-right neutral — Highlights Madeira's offer of civil protection support
svenska-dagbladet center center-right neutral — Quotes eyewitnesses describing the quake
naftemporiki center center-right analytical — Expert analysis on earthquake timing and damage
el-mundo center-right center-right urgent — Highlights Spain's rapid mobilization and citizens
nzz center-right center-right analytical — Examines disaster's challenge to new leadership
berlingske center-right center-right urgent — Reports powerful quakes and feared deaths
le-figaro center-right center-right neutral — Reports damage to French embassy
Daily Sabah center-right right urgent Mixed Focuses on search for survivors and death toll
n1-serbia
France 24
Later reports confirmed at least 188 fatalities.
luxemburger-wort The Guardian The Independent iefimerida politiken +5 moreEL PAIS berlingske balkan-web orf Bangkok Post
Fears that thousands, potentially 10,000 to 100,000, could be dead or missing.
Venezuela's capacity to respond to the disaster
caracas-chronicles Al Jazeera nzz BBC
The disaster exposes the country's weakened institutions and challenges the new leadership.
klix-ba il-sole-24-ore
President Delcy Rodríguez is demonstrating responsiveness and expressing gratitude for international solidarity.
Reported faz
Missing The Guardian NYT
Coverage of Venezuelan artists using social media to spread calls for help.
Reported billboard
Missing NYT The Guardian
Specific offers of aid from countries like Serbia, Cyprus, and the Madeira Regional Government.
Reported danas cyprus-mail observador
Missing NYT The Guardian
Reports on the damage to the French Embassy in Venezuela.
Reported le-figaro
Missing France 24
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BBC NYT The Guardian Al Jazeera nzz tagesschau ruv faz SCMP berlingske Estimated death toll and missing persons Venezuela's capacity to respond to the disaster Specific details about the US-led relief effort and its implications for Washington's post-Maduro strategy. Reports on the impact on Venezuelan expatriate communities, particularly Portuguese descendants, searching for relatives. Analysis from a Croatian seismologist comparing the Venezuelan quakes to the seismic activity in Croatia. Details about the Pope's donation of 100,000 Euros for humanitarian aid.
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