Venezuela twin quakes kill 1,430; foreign victims include Portuguese, Chinese, Spanish

Twin earthquakes struck Venezuela's La Guaira state on June 24, 2026, killing 1,430 people. Victims included 28 Portuguese nationals or descendants, seven Chinese, nine Spaniards, two Brazilians, one Chilean, one Italian-Venezuelan and one Uruguayan. The first US aid flights landed in Caracas on June 27 as millions lacked sanitation and basic needs. Aftershocks continue to hamper rescue efforts, with authorities warning of further risks from landslides and damaged infrastructure.

For Nigerians, the tragedy highlights the importance of disaster preparedness, especially for the small Nigerian community living or working in Venezuela. It also underscores how quickly international aid can mobilise when disasters strike overseas.

If you have relatives or contacts in Venezuela, check on their safety through official channels. Consider donating to recognised relief organisations such as the Red Cross or UN agencies supporting earthquake relief. Stay informed through reliable news sources and review your own emergency plans for earthquakes, however rare they may be in Nigeria.

SOURCE: https://www.channelstv.com/2026/06/28/what-we-know-about-foreign-victims-of-venezuelas-quakes-2/