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Venezuela Health Cluster: Earthquakes Situation Report #1 (25 June 2026)
By Health Cluster at ReliefWeb
· June 25, 2026
· 2 min read
. Highlights & Impact Overview On 24 June 2026, a high-intensity 'seismic doublet' consisting of two shallow, major earthquakes ($M7.2$ and $M7.5$) struck north-central Venezuela in rapid succession, with the epicentre located near Morón along the Carabobo/Yaracuy axis. The Global Disaster Alert
Key takeaway 5$) struck north-central Venezuela in rapid succession, with the epicentre located near Morón along the Carabobo/Yaracuy axis.
Why this matters
The devastating earthquakes in Venezuela have put a significant strain on the country's healthcare infrastructure, with multiple hospitals experiencing severe operational disruptions, evacuations, and structural damages. The fact that up to 91 emergency hospitals are located in severe shaking areas, including 20 hospitals directly exposed to Mercalli intensity VII or higher, raises concerns about the ability of the healthcare system to respond to the crisis. The evacuation of several major hospitals, including Hospital Domingo Luciani and Hospital Victorino Santaella Ruiz, due to structural damage or preventative measures, further exacerbates the situation. The disruption of critical utility lifelines, such as electricity and water, threatens the continuity of hospital care, highlighting the need for urgent humanitarian assistance and logistical support to ensure the delivery of essential medical services to those affected. The reopening of Simón Bolívar International Airport for humanitarian operations is a crucial step in facilitating the entry of aid and relief efforts.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? . Highlights & Impact Overview On 24 June 2026, a high-intensity 'seismic doublet' consisting of two shallow, major earthquakes ($M7.2$ and $M7.5$) struck north-central Venezuela in rapid succession, with the epicentre located near Morón along the Carabobo/Yaracuy axis. The Global Disaster Alert
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