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vox.comworld14 hrs ago
ZAKA sends search-and-rescue team to Venezuela after earthquake
ZAKA deployed an international response team to Venezuela on June 29 following a request from Venezuelan authorities. The team will conduct search-and-rescue operations, distribute supplies, and assess land damage after recent earthquakes.
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vox.comworld17 hrs ago
Rescuers Search La Guaira for Earthquake Victims as Death Toll Exceeds 4,000
Rescue teams continue operations in La Guaira after earthquakes killed more than 4,000 people. Workers face difficult conditions while health risks for survivors increase.
sbs.com.auworld5 days ago
Pregnant woman gives birth in Venezuelan earthquake ruins
A 19-year-old woman delivered a baby on a baseball field after twin earthquakes struck Venezuela's northern coast. A paramedic assisted without water, gloves, or medical equipment.
world7 days ago
Workers Dig Trenches at La Esperanza Cemetery for Unidentified Quake Victims
On July 6, backhoes dug trenches at La Esperanza cemetery in La Guaira to prepare for burials of unidentified victims from the June 24 earthquakes. The death toll reached 3,535, with 16,740 injured and 17,854 left homeless.
citizen.co.zaworld7 days ago
Israeli Rescue Delegation Ends Venezuela Operations and Returns Home
The delegation completed its week-long mission on Monday after assisting with search-and-rescue and humanitarian aid. It was deployed following twin earthquakes that struck the country on June 28.
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vanguardngr.comworld7 days ago
Venezuela Earthquakes Kill 3,535 and Damage 60,000 Buildings
Two earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, killing 3,535 people and injuring 16,740. The quakes left 17,854 without housing and damaged or destroyed an estimated 60,000 buildings in Caracas and La Guaira.
citizen.co.zaworld8 days ago
Twin Earthquakes Kill 3,342 in Venezuela, La Guaira Area Hit Hardest
The June 24 quakes of 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude killed 3,342 people and injured more than 16,700 as of Sunday night. Rescue operations are ending while families continue searching rubble in the coastal region north of Caracas.
globalnews.capolitics8 days ago
Venezuelan authorities detain journalists near Caracas morgue after earthquake
Police and intelligence officers stopped an international news crew outside a Caracas morgue and demanded they delete footage. The incident occurred one week after a major earthquake struck Venezuela.
livemint.comworld9 days ago
Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Reaches 2,954 as Rescue Teams Begin Withdrawal
Official figures show fatalities from the 24 June twin earthquakes rose by more than 300 in one day. International teams are ending search operations while thousands remain missing and over 16,000 people have lost homes.
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New York Postsports9 days ago
Venezuelan boy who lost leg in earthquake receives video message from soccer player
A 10-year-old boy who lost his parents, older brother, and right leg in the June 24 earthquakes in Venezuela received a video message and signed jersey from a professional soccer player. The boy had asked for a sticker of the player while recovering in the hospital.
livemint.comsports9 days ago
Former MLB catcher searches for wife and daughter after Venezuela earthquake
Rescuers recovered a family dog alive from a collapsed hotel in Macuto, Venezuela. Former catcher Eliezer Alfonzo arranged heavy equipment to aid the search for his wife and daughter.
globalnews.caworld9 days ago
Venezuelan Authorities Report 2,645 Deaths from Last Week's Earthquakes as Families Seek Body Recovery Help
Relatives of victims pressed for assistance on Friday as authorities reported 2,645 deaths and more than 12,000 wounded from two earthquakes that struck last week. Most fatalities occurred in the coastal town of La Guaira.
globalnews.caworld10 days ago
Venezuela Reports 2,645 Dead After Double Earthquakes
Authorities on Friday raised the confirmed death toll to 2,645 and said more than 12,000 people were wounded. The UN estimates up to 50,000 remain missing nine days after the 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude quakes struck the coast.
english.elpais.comfinance10 days ago
Venezuelans Demand New Elections After Earthquake
Public calls for elections have increased in Venezuela following criticism of the government's handling of a recent earthquake. The developments come amid reports of public backlash directed at officials.
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news.sky.comworld11 days ago
Rescuers Work to Free Man Trapped Eight Days Under Collapsed Building
Hundreds of rescuers continued efforts on Thursday to reach a 43-year-old man trapped for eight days beneath rubble in Venezuela. The search follows twin earthquakes that killed almost 2,300 people.
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world12 days ago
Earthquake Death Toll Overwhelms Venezuela Forensic System
Rising fatalities have exceeded Venezuela's morgue capacity, prompting officials to convert a seaport into a temporary facility for storing and processing bodies.
The Independentworld12 days ago
Venezuela earthquake rescue continues in Caracas
Eyewitness footage captured deep red skies over Caracas on Tuesday evening. Rescue operations continued after two earthquakes struck Venezuela the previous week.
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thequint.comworld12 days ago
Venezuela earthquake survivors wait for heavy equipment as rescue efforts stall
Residents in La Guaira state and Caracas continue to search rubble six days after two earthquakes struck on June 24. Government response has focused on traffic control while civilians and foreign teams conduct most rescues.
The Independentworld13 days ago
Aid Groups Launch Appeal After Venezuela Earthquake Kills 1,700
Humanitarian organizations have issued an urgent appeal for shelter, food, water and medical supplies after two earthquakes struck Venezuela. The death toll stands at 1,700 with 46,000 people still missing.
abcnews.go.comworld13 days ago
Earthquake in La Guaira Destroys One Tower and Leaves Second Leaning; 33 Rescued Alive
A quake on Wednesday left one tower of the Mariola and Maribel Residences standing and leaning while the other appeared swallowed by the ground. Rescue teams and families continue digging through rubble at multiple sites four days later.
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india.comworld14 days ago
Mother and Newborn Rescued After 32 Hours Under Rubble in Venezuela
@ABC reported that a mother and her 18-day-old newborn were pulled from the remains of their apartment in La Guaira after being trapped for 32 hours. The rescue followed last week's earthquakes. Video shows the pair after extraction.
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livemint.comworld14 days ago
Rescue team pulls survivor from rubble after 106 hours
A man was freed from a collapsed building in Venezuela after being trapped for 106 hours. The rescue followed a pair of earthquakes that struck the country last week. Officials shared video of the operation.
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france24.comworld14 days ago
Port Reopens in Venezuela as Earthquake Deaths Exceed 1,700
US forces repaired the port in La Guaira and doubled aid to $300 million on June 29. Le Monde reported more than 1,700 deaths and tens of thousands missing five days after the quakes.
livemint.comworld14 days ago
Rescuers Continue Search for Survivors Five Days After Venezuela Earthquake
Search teams have recovered additional survivors from rubble in Venezuela five days after a pair of earthquakes struck on June 24, 2026. The double quake caused widespread damage and prompted ongoing rescue operations.
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jns.orgworld15 days ago
Venezuelan Jewish Communities Seek $2 Million for Earthquake Relief
The Committee of the Jewish Communities of Venezuela has launched a campaign to raise $2 million. The funds target aid for Jewish families affected by twin earthquakes that struck the country last week.
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rediff.comworld15 days ago
Venezuelan Medical Team Searches Ruins After Earthquake
A team traveled from the capital to La Guaira to locate survivors. Rescue workers encountered collapsed structures and no signs of life in the affected area.
Al Jazeeraworld15 days ago
Rescuers pull survivors from Venezuela quake rubble four days later
Late rescues continued Sunday in areas hit by twin earthquakes, including a 60-year-old woman freed after 86 hours. More than 50,000 people remain reported missing and the confirmed death toll stands at 1,430.
indiatoday.intoday.inworld15 days ago
U.S. Team Rescues Mother and Baby From Venezuela Earthquake Rubble as Death Toll Exceeds 1,400
@CBSNews reported that a mother and her infant were extracted alive from building debris in Venezuela. The Virginia-based U.S. search and rescue team stated the pair suffered only minor injuries. Dual earthquakes have killed more than 1,400 people.
indiatoday.intoday.inscience15 days ago
Two Earthquakes Kill 1,430 in Venezuela, Leave Tens of Thousands Missing
Rescue teams from El Salvador and Spain reached a collapsed building in La Guaira on Saturday, but no survivors had been pulled from the rubble by then.
Financial Timesfinance16 days ago
Venezuela earthquake death toll rises as officials face criticism over aid
The death toll from a recent earthquake in Venezuela has increased. Officials have drawn criticism for the pace of relief efforts.
asiaone.comworld15 days agoUpdated
Magnitude 5.9 Earthquake Strikes Afghanistan Hindu Kush Region, Felt in Parts of Pakistan
A magnitude 5.9 earthquake hit Afghanistan's Hindu Kush region on Saturday. Tremors reached Kabul and multiple areas of Pakistan with no casualties or damage reported in initial assessments.
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thehindu.comworld16 days ago
Earthquake victims strain healthcare centers in Venezuela's La Guaira state
Earthquake victims are overwhelming healthcare centers in Venezuela's coastal state of La Guaira and beyond. The surge is pushing an already fragile health system past its limits.
world16 days ago
Double Earthquake Kills More Than 900 in Venezuela, Among Strongest in Over a Century
Twin quakes struck on June 24, collapsing buildings across coastal areas and leaving the death toll expected to rise. Satellite analysis showed roughly one-third of structures damaged in one hard-hit city.
apnews.comworld16 days ago
Venezuela Earthquake Kills at Least 920 People
A major earthquake struck Venezuela, leaving at least 920 people dead and prompting rescue operations across affected areas. More than two dozen countries have sent humanitarian assistance to support recovery efforts.
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Japan Timespolitics17 days ago
Earthquakes kill nearly 1,000 in Venezuela, test acting president's response
A series of earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday, killing nearly 1,000 people and injuring nearly 3,400 by Friday afternoon. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez's administration and opposition groups are both organizing rescue and aid efforts.
uctoday.comworld17 days ago
Earthquake Strikes Venezuela, Killing Hundreds and Damaging Buildings
A major earthquake has struck Venezuela, leveling buildings and causing hundreds of deaths. The disaster adds to existing hardships for Venezuelans already dealing with prolonged political and economic difficulties.
upi.comworld17 days ago
Rescuers in Venezuela Search Rubble After Strongest Earthquake in Over a Century
Search teams continue efforts to locate survivors more than 28 hours after the quake. Officials say the first 48 to 72 hours offer the highest chance of finding people alive.
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abcnews.go.comworld18 days ago
Venezuelan Earthquake Leaves 45,000 Reported Missing
An independent monitoring platform recorded 45,000 missing persons after a major earthquake struck Venezuela. Rescue operations and damage assessments are underway.
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nypost.comworld18 days ago
Magnitude 7.2 Earthquake Strikes Off Northern Japan Coast
A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck off Japan's northern coast on Thursday morning. Officials reported no tsunami threat and eight minor injuries.
Bloombergfinance19 days ago
Magnitude 6.9 Quake Strikes Off Iwate Coast
A magnitude 6.9 earthquake hit off the coast of Iwate Prefecture at 7:30 a.m. on June 25, 2026, producing a maximum intensity of 6 upper in Aomori Prefecture. The Japan Meteorological Agency reported no tsunami threat from expected minor sea-level changes.
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abcnews.go.comworld19 days ago
7.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Venezuela, USGS Reports Widespread Effects
@sentdefender reported that a 7.5 magnitude earthquake hit Venezuela and was felt by millions across wide areas. The USGS projects thousands of injuries and deaths along with triggered landslides.
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New York Postworld16 days agoUpdated
Magnitude 6.1 Quake Strikes Off Iwate Coast, No Tsunami Issued
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake hit waters off Iwate prefecture on Sunday. The Japan Meteorological Agency recorded lower-5 intensity in Hachinohe with no tsunami warning.
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Rapplerworld21 days ago
Magnitude 7.8 Quake Kills 77 in Mindanao, Damages Roads and Homes in Soccsksargen
A June 8 earthquake centered offshore from Maasim left 77 dead and caused P1.2 billion in damage across Soccsksargen. Recovery efforts continue with national aid released and local funds exhausted in hardest-hit towns.
thehindu.comworld21 days ago
7.8-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Mindanao, Damaging Over 100 Sarangani Schools
Students in Sarangani province have not returned to classes since the June 8 quake. In Glan, 13,000 residents seek shelter amid coastal uplift that raised the seabed by up to two meters.
Rapplerscience24 days ago
June 8 earthquake lifts Sarangani coast up to 200 meters
A magnitude 7.8 quake on June 8, 2026, raised parts of the Sarangani Peninsula shoreline by as much as 200 meters. The permanent recession of the tide line stems from movement on the Cotabato subduction zone.
The Japan Timesscience27 days ago
Magnitude 5.5 earthquake strikes southern Ibaraki Prefecture
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake hit southern Ibaraki Prefecture at 7:46 p.m. on Tuesday. The quake produced lower-5 intensity shaking in parts of Gunma and Saitama prefectures and caused no tsunami.
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6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Palu, Indonesia
A magnitude 6.9 earthquake hit near Palu in Central Sulawesi today, damaging roads and buildings. No casualties or tsunami have been reported.
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Philippine Officials Credit Disaster Drills for Limiting Quake Deaths
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off Sarangani province Monday, killing 55 people and injuring about 1,120. Officials said years of preparedness drills reduced the death toll and prevented stampedes in schools and workplaces.
The Japan Timesscience34 days ago
Philippine Quake Kills 41, Leaves Thousands Displaced
A magnitude-7.8 earthquake struck off Mindanao on Monday, killing at least 41 people and injuring more than 450. Rescue efforts continued Tuesday amid aftershock concerns and access difficulties in Sarangani province.
news24.comworld34 days ago
Nearly 200 Classrooms Destroyed in Magnitude 7.8 Mindanao Earthquake
The Department of Education reported nearly 200 classrooms destroyed and more than 1,000 others damaged after the June 8 earthquake. Officials allocated funds for temporary classrooms and repairs while suspending classes in over 8,000 schools.
Nbc Newsscience34 days ago
Earthquake Kills at Least 35 in Philippines, Damages Schools and Infrastructure
A 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Mindanao early Monday, collapsing buildings and triggering landslides and tsunamis. The quake injured hundreds and killed at least 35 people as of Monday afternoon, with officials warning the toll could rise.
asiaone.comworld34 days ago
Magnitude 7.8 Earthquake Strikes Sarangani Province, Killing at Least 37
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck off the coast of Sarangani province on June 8, 2026. At least 37 people have died and more than 1,000 aftershocks have been recorded. Several towns lost road access, water, electricity, and internet service.
koreatimes.co.krworld34 days ago
Philippine Quake Kills 41, Leaves Thousands Displaced
A magnitude-7.8 earthquake struck off Mindanao on Monday, killing 41 people and injuring more than 450. Thousands remain displaced while rescue teams work in cut-off communities.
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Nbc Newsscience35 days ago
Earthquake damages buildings in the Philippines
A deadly earthquake struck the Philippines, causing buildings to crumble. Video footage showed the structural damage during the event.
Nbc Newsworld26 days agoUpdated
6.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Cuba, Felt in South Florida
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake occurred Monday afternoon about 65 miles west-northwest of Mantua, Cuba. Light shaking was reported across parts of Florida with no tsunami threat and no major damage.
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indianexpress.comworld35 days ago
7.8 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Mindanao, Killing at Least 32
A major earthquake hit the southern Philippines on June 8, triggering a tsunami warning and prompting British travel advisories for Mindanao.
indianexpress.comworld35 days ago
Foreign governments offer condolences after magnitude 7.8 quake off Sarangani
Japan, Canada, the United States, and other nations expressed sympathy to those affected by the June 8 earthquake. The tremor killed at least 19 people and injured around 130 others across Mindanao.
indianexpress.comworld35 days ago
7.8 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Philippines, Topples Building
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck the Philippines and caused a small building to collapse in General Santos city. No casualties have been reported so far, and officials have not confirmed whether anyone was trapped or injured.
koreatimes.co.krworld35 days agoUpdated
7.8-Magnitude Quake Off Southern Philippines Kills at Least 15, Triggers Tsunami Alerts
A magnitude-7.8 earthquake struck off Mindanao on Monday morning, killing at least 15 people and injuring more than 200. Officials reported collapsed buildings, a 3-foot tsunami, and more than 130 aftershocks.
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Rapplerworld35 days ago
Magnitude 7.8 earthquake off Sarangani kills at least 19, injures 134
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck the coast off Sarangani in Mindanao on June 8, 2026. Initial government reports list 19 deaths, 134 injuries, and 12 missing persons, with damage assessments ongoing.