Indonesia Assures Citizen Safety After Strong Venezuela Quake

Indonesian citizens in Venezuela are confirmed to be safe and unharmed after a powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck the country's northern coast on Wednesday, June 24. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesperson announced on Thursday that the Indonesian Embassy in Caracas and the Ambassador's residence sustained no damage, and all staff are safe. The government has activated emergency communication channels to monitor the situation and provide updates on the well-being of Indonesians in the affected region. The Indonesian Embassy in Caracas is closely monitoring official information from Venezuelan authorities regarding potential aftershocks and coastal hazards. Residents in Venezuela are advised to remain vigilant and adhere to instructions from local authorities. Contact information for the Caracas Embassy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' citizen protection unit has been provided for emergencies. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported two strong earthquakes, with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5, hitting Venezuela. The initial tremor occurred near San Felipe, west of the capital, Caracas, followed by a stronger aftershock near Yumare. This event follows recent news of unrelated strong earthquakes in the US and Japan, and a separate report on the killing of a Tren de Aragua leader in Venezuela, as well as Indonesia resuming oil and gas operations there.

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The Indonesian Embassy's office building in Caracas and the Ambassador's residence are in good condition, and all the staff are unharmed.