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La Guaira earthquake above magnitude 4 reported, with no preliminary damage

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The Daily Journal.— An earthquake with a magnitude above 4 struck early Tuesday morning, with its epicenter in La Guaira state, acting President Delcy Rodríguez reported on social media. In a message posted at 3:43 a.m., Rodríguez said the earthquake occurred at approximately 3:20 a.m. and that authorities immediately activated contingency protocols. “I want to […]

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Neighbors in Caracas organize to keep their buildings from becoming tombs after the earthquakes

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As of Tuesday, July 7, authorities had officially reported 856 damaged buildings and 190 collapsed structures. Inspections continue to determine whether homes remain safe to inhabit. By Vanessa Davies Although his building was not among those hardest hit by the earthquakes of June 24, Ramón fears it may not withstand another violent tremor. In the […]

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