Two powerful earthquakes strike Venezuela in rapid succession, killing at least 32

A 7.2 magnitude foreshock and 7.5 magnitude mainshock hit Venezuela on June 24, 2026, separated by just 39 seconds near Yumare in Yaracuy state. The back-to-back tremors compounded ground motion intensity beyond what either quake alone would generate. At least 32 died, roughly 700 injured. Shaking reached Caracas, 350 kilometers away. Over 302 aftershocks followed through June 26.