A series of earthquakes rattled Venezuela, with the most significant being a 6.1-magnitude quake striking the state of Sucre. The epicenter was reported to be 66 km northeast of Carupano, a city with a population of around 167,000 people, at a depth of 98 km. The tremors were felt on Sunday, June 23rd, with the largest quake occurring at 03:58 local time. Despite the strength of the seismic activity, there have been no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage. The event has raised concerns among citizens, with reports of the quake being felt in Caracas and several other states, including Bolívar, Sucre, Nueva Esparta, and Anzoátegui. The Venezuelan government has advised citizens to remain calm and follow established emergency procedures. This seismic event is not isolated, as the region has experienced previous earthquakes, including a 5.2-magnitude earthquake in the state of Portuguesa in 2020. The recent earthquakes underscore the need for preparedness and awareness in seismically active regions.
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- A 6.
- The epicenter was near Carupano in the state of Sucre, with no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage.
- Residents across various Venezuelan states felt the earthquakes, causing widespread concern.
1-magnitude earthquake was the most significant in a series of tremors in Venezuela.
