Over 350 buildings monitored in Aragua after earthquakes; 15 in 'red zone'

Aragua state authorities in Venezuela are continuing to assess buildings following a significant seismic event on June 24. Governor Joana Sánchez reported that over 350 structures have been inspected by multidisciplinary teams from the College of Engineers, Municipal Engineering, Firefighters, Civil Protection, and geologists.

The inspections have classified buildings into green, yellow, and red zones. Currently, 284 buildings are in the green category, indicating no significant damage. Another 81 buildings are in the yellow category, designated for rehabilitation. A critical 15 buildings have been placed in the red zone, necessitating temporary evacuation.

In the Tovar municipality, 150 homes were inspected. Of these, 82 showed no damage, 41 are slated for rehabilitation, and 29 require temporary evacuation. The governor confirmed that materials for recovery efforts in Tovar, including galvanized zinc roofing sheets, cement, blocks, and structural tubes, have been dispatched.

Beyond building inspections, authorities are conducting aerial monitoring across the state, with specialized teams examining water basins and areas within Henri Pittier National Park. Experts have closely observed the Zuata reservoir, the Taiguaiguay lagoon, and the Mata Redonda and La Punta retaining walls. Ground conditions in the Capitán area were also evaluated to determine the extent of the affected zone. The double seismic event resulted in 18 casualties across the Mariño, Tovar, and Bolívar municipalities.