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What is a seismic doublet and why has it hit Venezuela so hard?

On Wednesday 24 June 2026 at 18:04 local time, north-western Venezuela began to shake and, 39 seconds later, a second quake hit, feeding back into the first. But what exactly is a seismic doublet, and why is it so dangerous?

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Venezuela earthquakes: bodies recovered as rescue efforts continue in La Guaira

Rescue teams worked through the ruins of collapsed buildings in La Guaira on 25 June after twin earthquakes devastated northern Venezuela, killing at least 188 people and injuring around 1,500.

Venezuela

Death toll from quakes rises to 589 in Venezuela's La Guaira region

The two quakes struck in quick succession, just minutes apart, according to the US Geological Survey, marking it one of the South American nation’s worst disasters in over a century.

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La Guaira, Venezuela’s port city, shows extensive earthquake damage after the quake

New images from La Guaira on 25 June revealed widespread destruction after twin earthquakes struck Venezuela's Caribbean coast, damaging buildings, roads and key public infrastructure.

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Venezuela

International community pledges aid to Venezuela after earthquakes

The United States Geological Survey has estimated that the final death toll could be between 10,000 and 100,000 people.

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Moment earthquake hits Venezuela, sending people fleeing in panic

Images showing cracked walls, collapsed ceiling panels and debris strewn across parts of Simón Bolívar International Airport highlighted the scale of damage after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on 24 June 2026.

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At least 164 killed and 971 injured in powerful Venezuela earthquakes

Residents of the capital Caracas were forced to evacuate their residences and seek shelter outdoors as the quakes, which struck less than 200 km from the capital, caused widespread damage.

Indonesia

6.7 magnitude earthquake shakes parts of Indonesia

Authorities have urged the public to heed official advice and instructions and exercise caution, warning that aftershocks can last hours.

Philippines

Disaster drills prevented more deaths when quake hit Philippines

The numbers of dead and missing were considerably lowered after multiple verifications, the Office of Civil Defence said in a statement.

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San Andreas fault at highest stress level in 1,000 years

Researchers report that tectonic stress on the major San Andreas and San Jacinto fault systems has climbed to its highest levels in a millennium, and in some sections has already surpassed them.

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Philippines continues rescue effort after powerful Mindanao quake

The Philippines continued rescue operations on 10 June after a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Mindanao, killing at least 37 people, injuring nearly 500 and forcing more than 32,000 residents from their homes.

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Philippines earthquake: Residents clear debris amid concerns over aftershocks

The Philippines is assessing the impact of a powerful earthquake that struck Mindanao on 8 June. Residents are clearing debris while hospitals continue operating outdoors amid concerns over aftershocks.

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Cuba: Powerful offshore earthquake shakes Havana, prompting office evacuation

A powerful earthquake struck western Cuba on 8 June, sending people rushing out of buildings in Havana. Witnesses described scenes of confusion as offices were evacuated and workers waited outside for safety checks.

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Around 20,000 displaced by Philippine earthquake that killed 37

The Philippines is often hit by earthquakes and volcanic eruptions due to its location on the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” an arc of seismic faults around the ocean.

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Schoolchildren flee as canopy collapses during deadly Philippines quake

Children scream and run for cover as a school canopy collapses during the powerful earthquake that hit the southern Philippines, killing at least four people and injuring more than 200.

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At least 32 killed as Philippines hit by 7.8 magnitude earthquake

The strongest earthquake to hit the Philippines this year was centered at sea and caused damage in a key coastal city, knocking down power and setting off 1-metre tsunami waves along nearby coasts, officials said.

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Greece: Multiple earthquakes around magnitude 5.2 hit northern Evia

The seismic activity was felt in Athens, where residents reported repeated tremors across several districts of the Greek capital, though no damage was reported.

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Magnitude 6.2 earthquake off the coast of Calabria

The strong tremor was felt across much of southern Italy, with its epicentre offshore. According to Italy's INGV, the area is prone to frequent deep seismic activity and has previously recorded quakes above magnitude 5.

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Naples woken by strong earthquake as tremors hit city

A 4.4-magnitude tremor was recorded at dawn on Thursday in Naples. INGV reports that the quake, with its epicentre in the Gulf of Pozzuoli, was 3 kilometres deep.

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Santorini introduces restrictions as volcanic activity is monitored

New restrictions, including the closure of a hiking trail, could remain in place until 2027 as scientists are concerned over volcanic and seismic hazards.