26/06/2026 09:04 - Actualidad
The tragedy unfolding in Venezuela after two earthquakes struck on June 24, 2026 has sparked an outpouring of solidarity across Latin America. Colombian superstar Shakira led calls for international aid, sharing links on her social media to organizations already working on the ground to assist victims.
From her digital platforms, the Barranquilla-born singer shared an urgent message: "Our help is urgently needed. These are some of the organizations already working on the ground to help those affected by the earthquake. If you can, donate, share, or contact them."
Shakira emphasized the need to help especially "children, mothers, and entire families suffering from this tragedy in Venezuela", joining other artists like Venezuelan actress Catherine Fulop and singer Ricardo Montaner in highlighting the urgency of the situation.
According to the latest report from Venezuela's Ministry of Health updated on June 26, 2026, the provisional death toll stands at:
| Category | Number |
|---|---|
| Deaths | 235 |
| Injured | +4,300 |
| Affected families | 2,927 |
| Buildings affected/destroyed | 250 |
Source: Venezuelan Ministry of Health / National Assembly
National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez reported that La Guaira state (a coastal region near Caracas popular with tourists) suffered the greatest impact, particularly in:
The epicenters of the magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes were located near San Felipe, in Yaracuy state, approximately 200 km (125 miles) from Caracas.
Several countries have offered humanitarian assistance:
Pope Leo XIV donated 100,000 euros in aid.
The phenomenon that struck Venezuela was classified as a seismic double: two earthquakes of similar magnitudes (7.2 and 7.5 on the Richter scale) occurring just 39 seconds apart, at 6:04 PM local time on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
The quakes had a shallow depth of 10 to 21 km, which amplified their destructive impact. Geologist Eduardo Malagnino estimated the energy released was equivalent to 260 nuclear bombs like Hiroshima.
More than 30 aftershocks were recorded after the main earthquakes, and the tsunami warning was later cancelled.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
