Powerful back-to-back earthquakes struck north-central Venezuela, causing widespread damage and loss of life. The disaster resulted in over 6,500 deaths and an untold number of people missing. Thousands of buildings were damaged in the earthquakes that occurred on June 24.

Many Venezuelans living in the US were affected by the disaster, with some having family members caught in the rubble. For those with loved ones missing, the uncertainty of their fate has caused significant distress. Further details about the impact of the earthquakes on Venezuelans in the US are available.

The full extent of the devastation and its effects on those living abroad can be found through additional reporting on the subject.