what magnitude was the venezuela earthquake

The Venezuela earthquake was reported as two major quakes: 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude. A later aftershock was also reported at 4.9 magnitude, but the main destructive event was the pair of 7-plus quakes.

Quick scoop

• Main quakes: 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude.

• Later tremor: 4.9 magnitude aftershock on June 26, 2026.

• The twin quakes struck seconds apart and caused major damage and casualties.

Context

Reports differ slightly on the death toll as updates came in, but all of the major coverage agrees the biggest earthquakes were the 7.2 and 7.5 events.