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Venezuela earthquakes live updates: Death toll rises to at least 589, with thousands injured, acting president says
By ABC News at KVIA ABC-7
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening.
At least 589 people were killed and more than 2,900 were injured as a pair of powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening, officials said on Friday.
The two quakes -- a 7.2 magnitude one followed just seconds lat...
Key takeaway At least 589 people were killed and more than 2,900 were injured as a pair of powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening, officials said on Friday.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso 's own experience with cross-border connections and disaster response makes the devastating news from Venezuela particularly resonant. As a community with strong ties to Latin America, many El Paso residents likely have friends or family members affected by the earthquakes. The city's emergency management teams have experience responding to international disasters, and it will be worth watching to see if local organizations or officials offer any support or aid to Venezuela in the coming days. Additionally, the earthquakes serve as a reminder of the importance of earthquake preparedness, even in a region like El Paso that is not typically prone to significant seismic activity. The city's building codes and emergency response plans may be reviewed in light of this disaster, to ensure that El Paso is as prepared as possible in the event of a similar catastrophe.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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What is this story about? Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening.
At least 589 people were killed and more than 2,900 were injured as a pair of powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday evening, officials said on Friday.
The two quakes -- a 7.2 magnitude one followed just seconds lat...
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