The earthquake hit northern Venezuela , with major impact reported west of Caracas and in the capital area itself. Reports say the shaking affected Caracas and nearby northern areas, while rescue teams focused on the regions hardest hit there.

Area affected

  • Caracas sustained extensive damage and disruption.
  • Northern Venezuela was rocked by the quakes, according to multiple reports.
  • The strongest impact appears to have been west of Caracas , where the earthquakes struck in quick succession.

What that means

This points to the quake being centered in the northern belt of the country , not the southern interior. The available reports emphasize the capital region and nearby northern communities rather than a single isolated town.

TL;DR

The earthquake mainly affected Caracas and northern Venezuela, especially areas west of the capital.