Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:47pm on 27 Jun 2026,Saturday Weather & Environment
A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Venezuela's Aragua state on Saturday, just days after two powerful earthquakes killed nearly 1,500 people. The latest quake was centred offshore and was felt in several nearby areas, causing panic among residents. There were no immediate reports of new deaths or major damage. Emergency teams continued to monitor the situation as aftershocks raised concerns across the region. Rescue and relief work from the earlier earthquakes also remained underway. Authorities urged people to stay alert and follow official safety instructions as experts assessed the impact of the latest tremor. (PC: X)
