earthquakes
Coverage of earthquakes in the Nexus archive.
- Venezuela Asks Britain for $1.95bn of Gold Buried Under London
Venezuela's interim president Delcy Rodríguez has requested the release of $1.95bn in gold held by the Bank of England, which has stored 31 tonnes since 2008. The request comes amid a toll from June 24 earthquakes that killed 3,811 people and injured 16,740.
- On La Guaira’s beaches, Venezuela quake survivors improvise showers and toilets amid water shortages
Thousands of Venezuelans in La Guaira are struggling with water shortages and sanitation after recent earthquakes, leading to improvised showers and toilets on beaches. Over 18,000 people are displaced, living in temporary shelters or public spaces, while the government and aid groups distribute emergency supplies.
- On La Guaira’s beaches, Venezuela quake survivors improvise showers and toilets amid water shortages
Thousands of people in Venezuela affected by recent earthquakes are struggling with water shortages and improvised sanitation facilities. Survivors in La Guaira have resorted to creating makeshift showers and toilets due to disrupted hygiene services.
- #Venezuela: La Guaira's mass #graves take in unclaimed bodies
Venezuela is burying unclaimed bodies from twin earthquakes that struck on June 24. Mass graves are being dug in La Guaira, one of the hardest-hit areas, as the search for victims continues.
- ‘It’s Catastrophic’: Chicago Groups Mobilize To Provide Aid For Venezuela After Deadly Earthquakes
Chicago organizations are collaborating to provide aid to Venezuela after two major earthquakes killed over 1,700 people and displaced thousands. Local groups like the Illinois Venezuelan Alliance have partnered with community businesses to collect donations, emphasizing solidarity with Venezuelan communities.
- Venezuela quake death toll reaches 3,685 as economists urge lifting of US sanctions
The death toll from twin earthquakes in northern Venezuela on June 24 has risen to 3,685, with 150 additional fatalities reported. The injured number 16,740, 6,462 rescued, and 17,907 homeless. Economists are urging the US to lift sanctions.
- Repression turns to rage after quakes in Venezuela
Venezuelans are expressing anger over their government’s inadequate disaster response following earthquakes, despite facing potential imprisonment for doing so.
- Supplies collected in Pineville to help families affected by Venezuela earthquakes
88 pallets of essential supplies collected in Pineville are being sent to Venezuela to aid families affected by recent earthquakes. Pineville police have transported 30 pallets to Miami for shipment, and officials warn that recovery efforts are becoming increasingly difficult as thousands remain missing and over 3,500 deaths have been confirmed.
- Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 3,535 as thousands remain displaced
The death toll from Venezuela's twin earthquakes has risen to 3,535, with nearly 18,000 people remaining homeless over a week after the disaster struck the capital and nearby coastal areas.
- Flying to Venezuela Again: Iberia Returns as Caracas Airport Stays Crippled
Iberia resumes flights to Venezuela in early July, rerouting from Madrid to Valencia via Santo Domingo due to damage at Caracas' Maiquetía Airport, which remains limited to relief and official flights following June earthquakes.
- UN scales up Venezuela earthquake relief as damage reaches $37bn
Two earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 struck north-central Venezuela on 24 June, causing widespread devastation. The UN has scaled up relief efforts as the damage reaches $37 billion.
- Venezuela earthquakes death toll jumps to more than 3,500
The death toll from earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to over 3,500. Experts warn of an impending health crisis, with thousands sleeping in crowded temporary shelters.
- US updates travel warning for quake-hit nation, citing disaster risks and violent crime
The US State Department updated its travel advisory for Venezuela to Level 3, citing recent earthquakes and ongoing risks of violent crime, kidnapping, and poor health infrastructure. Some regions, including border areas and specific states, are under a Level 4 'Do Not Travel' advisory. The US provided disaster relief after the earthquakes, which the Venezuelan government welcomed.
- Venezuela’s earthquakes death toll reaches 3,535 as survivors look for missing relatives
Venezuela's earthquake death toll has reached 3,535, with rescue workers searching for victims in Macuto, Vargas state following the June 24 earthquakes.
- Death toll from Venezuela quakes rises to 3,535 as more than 17,000 left homeless
The death toll from the June 24 earthquakes in Venezuela has increased to 3,535, with over 17,000 people left homeless, according to official figures released on Monday.
- Venezuelan earthquake survivors make the hard shift from rescue to recovery
Venezuelans are struggling to search for the dead after the June 24 earthquakes that killed thousands. The transition from rescue efforts to recovery has been challenging, with many describing a lack of external support in their efforts.
- The flaws in Trump’s Venezuela strategy
The article critiques Trump's Venezuela strategy, highlighting flaws in the approach. It also points out that the US-backed socialist regime has poorly managed its response to recent earthquakes.
- Venezuelans mobilise to deal with earthquakes' consequences: FRANCE 24 reports
Venezuela was struck by twin earthquakes, with an official death toll of at least 3,342. Survivors and volunteers in the northern coastal region are addressing the aftermath by treating the injured, finding shelter, and searching for the missing. FRANCE 24 reporters Pascale Mariani and Maxime Pluvinet documented the situation.
- As Venezuela quake death toll tops 3,300, dozens of unidentified bodies buried
The death toll from twin earthquakes in Venezuela has surpassed 3,300, with dozens of unidentified bodies buried. The earthquakes occurred on June 24, 2026, causing significant damage in Macuto, Vargas state.
- Girl trapped in Venezuela quake 'survived on ketchup and cheese'
12-year-old Fabiana survived being trapped during Venezuela's earthquakes by consuming ketchup and cheese. BBC correspondent Yogita Limayee met Fabiana to discuss her experience.
- 'I ate ketchup and cheese', says Venezuelan girl trapped under quake rubble for 32 hours
Fabiana, a Venezuelan girl, was trapped under rubble for 32 hours after two earthquakes in June. She survived by eating ketchup and cheese.
- Venezuelan leader marks Independence Day with message of ‘no social unrest’
Venezuelan interim President Delcy Rodriguez marked Independence Day by emphasizing no social unrest and defending her government's response to deadly earthquakes on June 24.
- How a son rescued his father from the rubble of Venezuela’s earthquakes
After the June 24 earthquakes in Venezuela, Jesus Garcia, an ex-firefighter, rescued his father and younger brothers from the rubble.
- Venezuela leader vows ‘no social unrest here’ as earthquakes death toll passes 3,000
Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodriguez, vowed there would be no social unrest following earthquakes that killed over 3,000 people and caused widespread destruction, particularly in La Guaira. The June 24 earthquakes left thousands homeless and missing, with Rodriguez emphasizing 'deep social solidarity' in the aftermath.
- Venezuela earthquakes deepen rift between GOP hawks and Trump-backed regime
Republicans hawkish on leftist Latin America are urging the Trump administration to exclude Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodríguez from U.S. aid as it leads a global humanitarian response to recent earthquakes. President Trump has prioritized disaster relief over emphasizing democratic transition in the country.
- Tiempo: Venezuela receives aid from local communities following devastating earthquakes
Venezuela has received aid from local communities in the aftermath of devastating earthquakes, as reported by Tiempo. The article highlights community-driven support efforts following the natural disasters.
- This Week in South Florida: Maria Elvira Salazar
U.S. Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar, R-Florida, discussed the response to earthquakes in Venezuela and immigration reform on 'This Week in South Florida' with host Glenna Milberg.
- L.A. firefighters help rescue Venezuela quake victim buried for 8 days
L.A. County firefighters assisted an international team in rescuing a man trapped for eight days under a collapsed building following devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
- L.A. firefighters help rescue Venezuela quake victim buried for 8 days
L.A. County firefighters assisted an international team in rescuing a man trapped for eight days under a collapsed building following devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
- Berkeley woman raising money to support family in Venezuela after earthquakes
A Berkeley woman is raising money to support family members in Venezuela after back-to-back earthquakes devastated the country. Benit Avila, born in Venezuela and now living in Berkeley, says no one has seen her relatives since the earthquakes.
- Venezuelan earthquake survivor, 10, asked for a Cristiano Ronaldo sticker after losing his leg — and got much more
A 10-year-old Venezuelan boy who lost his parents and older brother in devastating earthquakes asked for a Cristiano Ronaldo sticker and received much more. The boy also lost a leg in the disaster.
- Helping Venezuela: Faith-based nonprofit Mercy Chefs team arrives at Caracas
Mercy Chefs, a faith-based nonprofit, has deployed to Venezuela to provide meals following 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes on June 24. The team, including volunteer Janette Alvarez and founder Gary LeBlanc, is working with five Christian churches to feed civilians and U.S. search-and-rescue teams. Satellite data estimates up to 58,000 buildings were damaged or destroyed in northern Venezuela.
- News Wrap: Iran begins funeral ceremonies for Khamenei
Iran began funeral ceremonies for its late supreme leader. Venezuela confirmed hundreds of deaths after recent earthquakes, Egypt won its first World Cup knockout game, New York prepares for Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding, and London’s National Archives discovered a rare Declaration of Independence copy.
- 'Many rescuers left without helping us': After the earthquakes in Venezuela, a family's despair as they dig through the rubble with their bare hands
The Graradoz family in Venezuela is desperately digging through rubble with their bare hands to locate three relatives trapped under a collapsed building after an earthquake. They expressed frustration as many rescuers did not assist them.
- ‘A nightmare’: Strugging with the aftermath of Venezuela’s earthquakes
Survivors in Venezuela are sheltering in tents in public parks following twin earthquakes that destroyed multiple buildings. The earthquakes have left many struggling with the aftermath.
- Venezuelan earthquake survivors search for missing pets in an unexpected place: McDonald's
Venezuelan earthquake survivors are searching for missing pets at McDonald's locations. Rescuers continue to search collapsed buildings one week after two major earthquakes caused a growing humanitarian crisis.
- Venezuelan earthquake survivors search for missing pets in an unexpected place: McDonald's
One week after two massive earthquakes devastated Venezuela, rescuers are searching collapsed buildings for survivors. Survivors are also looking for missing pets at an unexpected location: McDonald's.
- Venezuelan earthquake survivors search for missing pets in an unexpected place: McDonald's
One week after two massive earthquakes devastated Venezuela, rescuers continue searching collapsed buildings for survivors. Survivors are also searching McDonald's for missing pets amid the growing humanitarian crisis.
- Venezuelan earthquake survivors search for missing pets in an unexpected place: McDonald's
Venezuelan earthquake survivors are searching for missing pets at McDonald's one week after two massive earthquakes caused widespread destruction. Rescuers continue to search collapsed buildings for survivors amid a growing humanitarian crisis.
- Fallout from Venezuela’s earthquakes turns political as opposition leader seeks return
Venezuela’s twin earthquakes have created a humanitarian crisis that is escalating into a political challenge for acting President Delcy Rodríguez. Public criticism and the opposition leader’s push to return from exile are intensifying the situation.