Venezuela earthquakes kill over 1,900, thousands missing

A pair of powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on March 22, with magnitudes of 6.8 and 6.5 centered near the coastal cities of Caracas and Maracay. The tremors caused widespread structural collapse, triggering landslides and flooding that devastated neighborhoods and critical infrastructure. Official counts released by the Ministry of Interior now confirm more than 1,900 fatalities, while rescue teams continue to search for the tens of thousands of residents still unaccounted for in the affected zones.

The government has mobilized the military, civil defense units and international aid organizations to coordinate search‑and‑rescue operations, but progress is hampered by aftershocks, damaged roads and limited access to remote areas. Temporary shelters have been set up for displaced families, and the United Nations has pledged additional medical supplies and food assistance. Authorities say the death toll may rise as recovery efforts proceed, emphasizing the need for sustained support to address the humanitarian crisis.