SAN FELIPE, Venezuela, June 25 (World Daily Times) — The U.S. Geological Survey said two major earthquakes struck Venezuela 39 seconds apart Wednesday evening, measuring 7.5 and 7.2 and centered near San Felipe and Yumare. Its PAGER system issued red alerts, projecting severe casualties and major economic damage.
Venezuelan official Delcy Rodríguez said the quakes damaged buildings in Caracas and set off rescue efforts. She later said at least 32 people had been killed and more than 700 injured.
President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that the earthquakes had caused “a devastating number of deaths” and that the United States stood ready to help. He said he had instructed federal agencies to prepare to move quickly.
Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau said U.S. officials were in contact with Venezuelan authorities and were mobilizing assistance. Senior State Department official Jeremy Lewin said a disaster assistance team and task force had been established to coordinate search-and-rescue help, medical supplies and other humanitarian aid.
