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Magnitude 6.2 Quake Hits Venezuela, Potential for Significant Damage
26 Sep, 2025
Summary
- Earthquake of magnitude 6.2 struck northwest Venezuela
- Shallow quake centered near Maracaibo, felt by 230,000 people
- USGS estimates 10-100 deaths and significant damage possible
On Wednesday, September 24, 2025, a magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck northwest Venezuela at around 6:21 p.m. local time. The shallow quake, centered near the city of Maracaibo, had the potential to cause significant damage and between 10 to 100 deaths, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
Strong shaking was felt by nearly 230,000 people in the immediate area of the epicenter, which was located just southeast of Maracaibo, about 24 km (15 mi) from Mene Grande in Venezuela's Zulia state. There is also a possibility that light to moderate shaking could be felt in the cities of Maracaibo and Barquisimeto.
The earthquake, which occurred at a depth of 7.8 km, is expected to have a significant impact on the region. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and assessing the extent of any damage or casualties caused by the powerful tremor.
