Geologist: Aftershock intensity will progressively decrease

The intensity of aftershocks following major earthquakes will gradually decrease, according to engineering geologist Franck Audemard. He explained that these tremors are a natural consequence of the Earth's readjustment process as fractured rock settles.

"This is a natural process; it will take a few months for the Earth to readjust, but we will continue with our lives, with pain, with shock perhaps, but for the Earth, it is part of its history," Audemard told Venezolana de Televisión. He assured that the intensity of these movements will lessen over the coming days, urging understanding of this natural phenomenon.

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This is a natural process; it will take a few months for the Earth to readjust, but we will continue with our lives, with pain, with shock perhaps, but for the Earth, it is part of its history. The intensity will lower with the passing days and it is something we must understand.

Audemard recommended consistent structural inspections to prevent further disasters. He noted that while the Venezuelan plains have a lower exposure to seismic activity, the Andes and central regions of the country experience constant seismic events. The geologist stressed the importance of remaining calm during aftershocks, stating that if structures can withstand major earthquakes, they can endure the subsequent, less intense tremors.

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If we withstand two magnitude 7 earthquakes, we will withstand the aftershocks that come, which are indeed of lesser magnitude, they will diminish, my call is for calm always.