A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Venezuela on Wednesday, shaking buildings and homes in the capital city of Caracas. The quake occurred in the afternoon and was felt in nearby regions, including Colombia, according to reports from multiple news outlets.
The earthquake triggered a tsunami warning, though the disaster management agency UNGRD later ruled out the possibility of a tsunami occurring in the aftermath. The UNGRD did not immediately report any damage or injuries, but some sources indicated that buildings swayed and residents evacuated.
Residents in Caracas reported feeling the tremors, with some describing the experience as intense. According to one report, the earthquake caused buildings to collapse in parts of the capital. No official casualty figures were released at the time of reporting.
The event occurred along the coast of Venezuela and was reported by several international news outlets. The sources did not provide additional details about the geological cause of the quake or ongoing assessments of infrastructure damage.
As of the latest reports, no further developments had been confirmed, and the situation remained under evaluation by local authorities.
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