On the Ground, Engineers Assess Damage in Venezuela Earthquake Zone

On the Ground, Engineers Asses Damage in Venezuela Earthquake Zone

A structural engineers checked the extent of damage to buildings in northern Venezuela following last month's deadly earthquakes and offers insights on what types of construction best weathered the severe seismic event.

Structural Assessment and Extreme Weather Impact in Douala Following Building Collapse

DOUALA, Cameroon | CameroonOnline.org | — Municipal authorities and rescue teams in Cameroon’s commercial capital are conducting emergency structural assessments after a three-story residential building partially collapsed overnight into Saturday, leaving at least six people dead and six others injured. The incident occurred in the Bonamoussadi neighborhood amid a prolonged period of severe weather. According The post Structural Assessment and Extreme Weather Impact in Douala Following Building Collapse appeared first on CameroonOnline.org.

[Video] 🇻🇪⚡️ — Consequences of earthquakes in Venezuela.It is reported that cracks have appea [...]

— Consequences of earthquakes in Venezuela.It is reported that cracks have appeared in the ground in some regions.@Intelslava

Why Stairs Save Lives During Earthquake Evacuations

A Venezuelan structural engineer explains why stair evacuation, structural inspections and emergency preparedness are essential after the country's unprecedented twin earthquakes.

Why did so many buildings collapse in the Venezuela earthquake? The hard lessons learned in Chile

The damage in Caracas and La Guaira has reignited the debate over the safety standards required for buildings in earthquake-prone countries

3.9 magnitude earthquake felt in parts of Jamaica

KINGSTON, Jamaica — A minor earthquake measuring 3.9 on the Richter scale was felt in sections of Jamaica on Sunday morning, according to the Earthquake Unit at the University of the West Indies (UWI).Preliminary reports indicate that the quake occurred at approximately 11:45 am and was felt in Kingston and St Andrew, as well as St Catherine. The epicentre was located about 5 kilometres northeast of Golden Spring, St Andrew, and the earthquake had a focal depth of 12 kilometres.The Earthquake Unit reported that the event was a local earthquake. There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage associated with the tremor.The Unit said the details are preliminary and may be updated as more information becomes available.

From ‘seismic doublets’ to ‘earthquake swarms’ – what do we know about this week’s global tremors?

Experts explain why major earthquakes struck Venezuela, Japan, and California within hours of one another and whether they were connected Read Full Article at RT.com

Before Venezuela earthquakes, engineers warned tall buildings could collapse atop soft soil

For years, engineers worried about how collapse-prone Venezuela's buildings could be in an earthquake. The big problem, they warned, was the prevalence of tall concrete buildings atop soft soils — the kind that amplify shaking when an earthquake strikes.

Venezuela earthquakes shatter windows in Caracas

Windows shattered and people were seen running out of a compound when Caracas was hit by two of the biggest earthquakes in Latin America's modern history. The government estimated hundreds of people are still trapped and missing on top ‌of 589 confirmed fatalities and 2,980 injuries. #venezuela #caracas #earthquake #southamerica #disaster

Venezuelans scour collapsed buildings by hand while government machinery stands unused

As Venezuelans in La Guaira continued to pick through the rubble of downed buildings yesterday, a government excavator stood immobile next to a pile of concrete and bent rebar. There is plenty of work to do nearly a week after two massive earthquakes destroyed much of this coastal city. Heavy machinery is a vital tool The post Venezuelans scour collapsed buildings by hand while government machinery stands unused appeared first on Egypt Independent.

Aerial Views Show Devastation of Venezuela Earthquakes

Footage shows aerial damage assessments conducted by the Los Angeles County Fire Department across areas affected by Venezuela's powerful twin earthquakes.

Telavi Battles ‘Serious’ Flood Damage

Authorities have been assessing the damage and working to mitigate the “serious” impact in Telavi, the central city in Georgia’s eastern Kakheti region, after the local Telaviskhevi river overflowed following heavy rain during the early hours of July 12, flooding streets and residential areas. No casualties or injuries have been reported. Videos shared by locals

Coastal city north of Caracas suffers heavy damage after earthquake

Aerial images on Thursday show the destruction caused by the earthquake that struck Venezuela in the coastal city of Catia La Mar, north of the capital, Caracas. The overhead view shows several large multi-story buildings that collapsed completely, while others suffered severe damage and caught fire in the city, located in La Guaira state, one of the country's hardest-hit regions. (AP Video by Juan Arraez) Subscribe: http://smarturl.it/AssociatedPress Read more: https://apnews.com​ This video may be available for archive licensing via https://newsroom.ap.org/home

Four more drones downed over Moscow — Sobyanin

Emergency services specialists are working at the sites where the debris fell

Moment earthquake hits Venezuela, sending people fleeing in panic

Images showing cracked walls, collapsed ceiling panels and debris strewn across parts of Simón Bolívar International Airport highlighted the scale of damage after two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on 24 June 2026.

Rescue work underway after quakes rock Venezuela, ‘high casualties’ likely

First responders search for victims in a collapsed building following an earthquake in Caracas on June 24, 2026. Two earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 struck the same area of Venezuela on the evening of June 24, causing buildings to collapse, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS) and AFP journalists. The quakes drove []

Massive Earthquake Strikes Venezuela as Fears Grow Death Toll Could Reach 100,000

A series of powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, causing significant damage in several regions of the country and sending shockwaves across the Caribbean. Strong tremors partially damaged several residential high-rise buildings in the capital, Caracas, while emergency services rushed to assess the scale of the disaster. The earthquake originated at a depth of 13 kilometers, with its epicenter located approximately 60 kilometers from the city of Valencia. Residents of nearby Caribbean islands, including Aruba, Curaçao and Guyana, also felt the tremors.

Major earthquake hits Venezuela; heavy damage reported

A major magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck northern Venezuela, with initial reports of collapsed and heavily damaged buildings in the region. The earthquake was also strongly felt in Caracas. The earthquake happened west of Caracas and was centered 28 kilometers (17 miles) northwest of Montalbán, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). It struck at a [] The post Major earthquake hits Venezuela; heavy damage reported appeared first on BNO News.

What's a 'doublet' earthquake? Science behind Venezuela’s strongest quake in over a century

What's a 'doublet' earthquake? Science behind Venezuela’s strongest quake in over a century

Watch the moment a powerful earthquake strikes Venezuela

At least 188 people are dead and the death toll is expected to rise

Photos: See Venezuela destruction after earthquakes

The earthquakes were Venezuela's largest in over a century.

Before and after images show sheer devastation of Venezuela earthquakes

New satellite images shared by spatial intelligence company Vantor reveal extensive damage in the Venezuelan coastal city of La Guaira, just 10 miles north of central Caracas, following deadly twin earthquakes. The death toll from the deadly double earthquakes that hit Venezuela on Wednesday has risen to around 235, according to Health Minister Carlos Alvarado.

Venezuela earthquake before-and-after photos show 'catastrophic' destruction

These before-and-after photos of buildings and landmarks in Venezuela show just how hard the region was hit by the pair of 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude quakes on Wednesday.

Dominican Republic and Nicaragua cap week of powerful earthquakes

Dominican Republic and Nicaragua cap week of powerful earthquakes

‘Tonnes of rubble’: 58,000 buildings estimated destroyed in Venezuela earthquakes

Preliminary analysis of satellite data suggests magnitude of natural disaster could dwarf official estimatesMore than 58,000 buildings may have been damaged and destroyed by the twin earthquakes that hit Venezuela last week, according to a preliminary analysis of satellite data that suggests the scale of the destruction could dwarf official estimates.Last Wednesday’s back-to-back quakes – which measured magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 – killed at least 1,943 people, injured more than 10,571, and left tens of thousands missing amid the rubble. The UN migration agency has said that up to 6.8 million people could be affected by the disasters, and would require shelter, water, sanitation, healthcare and essential relief items. Continue reading...

NYC building threatening to collapse stabilized with emergency jacks; some street closures lifted

NEW YORK — The sagging upper floors of a midtown Manhattan building under construction that threatened to collapse and caused a massive evacuation of the area has been stabilized with galvanized steel beams and emergency jacks, city officials ...

Venezuela's powerful quake: Surveillance captures critical life-or-death seconds

Deadly Venezuela quake: Violent shaking rips walls apart, residents flee seconds ahead of building collapses. #Trending

Aerial footage shows devastation after Venezuela quakes

Aerial footage showed the devastation after powerful back-to-back earthquakes toppled buildings in Caracas and surrounding areas of Venezuela on Wednesday, July 24. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

MND Local: Multi-year plan announced to fix water problems in Guadalajara, plus a World Cup economic boost

The Guadalajara Metro Area will need more than its World Cup economic boost to fix systemic water issues for residents, but given the scope of the problem, every little bit helps. The post MND Local: Multi-year plan announced to fix water problems in Guadalajara, plus a World Cup economic boost appeared first on Mexico News Daily

Magnitude 5.6 earthquake strikes Argentina’s Mendoza region, EMSC says

(Reuters) – An earthquake of magnitude 5.6 struck the Mendoza region of Argentina, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said on Sunday. The quake was at a depth of 120 km (75 miles) EMSC said. Earthquake (sismo) M5.6 occurred 103 km NW of La Humada (Argentina) 3 min ago (local time 01:04:03). More info at: https://t.co/QMSpuj6Z2H https://t.co/cm5AxSLCss https://t.co/M5WZ9H8llg pic.twitter.com/0bOyhNvfx1 — EMSC (@LastQuake) November 3, 2024 (Reporting by Devika Nair in Bengaluru; Editing by William []

Quakes rock Venezuela, killing at least 32 and injuring hundreds

Damage seen in Caracas, scientists warn of widespread destruction Trump offers US assistance, Residents flee into the streets as buildings shake, some collapse CARACAS — Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday, killing at least 32 people and injuring 700 more as buildings collapsed in and around the capital Caracas, interim President Delcy Rodriguez said. A magnitude 7.2 earthquake [] The post Quakes rock Venezuela, killing at least 32 and injuring hundreds appeared first on Interaksyon.

Major Earthquakes Shake Two Continents Just Hours Apart

Major back-to-back earthquakes struck opposite sides of the globe within hours, toppling buildings in Venezuela and triggering alarms in Japan. A magnitude 7.2 earthquake struck off the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey, with tremors felt as far away as the capital, Caracas. Some initial reporting showed the quake ...

5.8-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Southern Argentina

Buenos Aires, July 07 (QNA) - An earthquake measuring 5.8 on the Richter scale struck southeast of Ushuaia, southern Argentina, on Tuesday.

Several strong earthquakes strike globally in 1 day. How are they connected?

Several strong earthquakes strike globally in 1 day. How are they connected?