Magnitude 3.9 Earthquake Rattles Northern Venezuela, Causing Panic

A magnitude 3.9 earthquake rattled northern Venezuela on July 10, 2026, sparking panic among residents and leading to building evacuations, according to EFE. While no casualties or significant damage were reported, the seismic event caused alarm, particularly in Caracas.

The tremor occurred at 10:53 AM at a shallow depth of 5.5 kilometers, with its epicenter located 10 kilometers northeast of Naiguatá in La Guaira state. This region was the most severely affected by the devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24.

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This state was the most affected by the double earthquake of last June 24.

In Caracas, dozens of people evacuated commercial buildings as a precautionary measure. Social media reports indicated building dismissals in various sectors, including La Candelaria, Los Ruices, Plaza Venezuela, and Chacao. Building administrators advised residents to remain outdoors for a period following the quake.

The recent tremor serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing impact of the June earthquakes, which claimed the lives of at least 3,889 people and injured 16,740. The disaster left 17,907 people homeless, with 6,462 individuals rescued. The June seismic events are considered the deadliest in Venezuela in a century, surpassing the 1967 Caracas earthquake that resulted in 245 deaths.

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Dozens of people evacuated commercial buildings in Caracas after the tremor.