A powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.2 struck 12 kilometers south of Mene Grande, Venezuela, at 22:21 UTC. Local authorities are assessing the situation and monitoring potential aftershocks.
The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) confirmed the epicenter was in Mene Grande, approximately 370 miles west of Caracas, with a depth of 6.2 miles.
🚨🇻🇪 BREAKING: MAGNITUDE 6.2 EARTHQUAKE STRIKES VENEZUELA
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Shallow 6.2 magnitude quake hit northwest Venezuela Wednesday at 6:21 PM local time, just 7.8km deep near major city Maracaibo in Zulia state.
USGS estimates 10-100 potential deaths with significant damage likely.… pic.twitter.com/x6Anbr8rMZ
No Tsunami Threat
The National Tsunami Warning Center (NTWC) issued a statement confirming that no tsunami threat exists for the US East Coast, Gulf Coast, or Canadian Atlantic Provinces.
Residents are advised to stay alert for possible aftershocks and follow all safety instructions from local authorities.
Impact on Local Area
Mene Grande, located on the eastern coast of Lake Maracaibo, is a crucial area for Venezuela’s oil industry.
A powerful 6.2 magnitude earthquake has struck Venezuela at an extremely shallow depth, amplifying the danger. Shallow quakes unleash the strongest ground shaking and can devastate cities instantly. Emergency crews now face a race against time in a country already in crisis.
The epicenter, at 9.75 degrees north latitude and 70.94 degrees west longitude, was near the town of Mene Grande in Zulia state, about 600 km west of Caracas.
Tremors Felt in Multiple Cities
The tremor was felt in many cities, including Caracas. So far, no casualties or property damage have been reported. Emergency crews continue to monitor the situation as they prepare for potential aftershocks.
