Disaster Tech Lab Monitoring the Situation Following Venezuela’s Double Earthquakes

On June 24, 2026, Venezuela was struck by two powerful earthquakes within roughly 40 seconds of each other — a magnitude 7.2 foreshock followed by a magnitude 7.5 mainshock, centered near the country’s northern coast west of Caracas. It is among the strongest seismic events recorded in Venezuela in over a century, and the impact has been felt across multiple states, with significant damage reported in Caracas and surrounding regions. As reports of collapsed buildings, ongoing search-and-rescue efforts, and rising casualty figures continue to emerge, Disaster Tech Lab is closely monitoring the situation as it develops.

What We’re Doing Right Now

We are in direct contact with agencies on the ground in Venezuela. Our priority at this stage is gathering accurate, timely information — specifically detailed damage assessments and casualty numbers — so that any response we mount is informed, targeted, and genuinely useful to the communities affected. Disasters like this unfold quickly, but the most effective response isn’t always the fastest one. It’s the one built on good information. That’s why we’re taking the time now to understand what’s actually needed on the ground before committing resources or personnel.

How We’ll Decide on Next Steps

Based on the information we receive from our partners and contacts in the region, we will make a decision on whether — and how — our assistance is needed. This could involve deploying communications infrastructure, technical support, or other resources depending on what the situation calls for once the full scope of the damage becomes clear. We understand that waiting can be difficult when the need feels urgent. But a well-prepared, well-informed response serves affected communities far better than a rushed one.

Calling for Volunteers — Just in Case

While we haven’t yet confirmed whether deployment will be necessary, we’re not waiting to start preparing. At this stage, we are already open to volunteers — both those who have worked with us before and those who haven’t — who are interested and available to deploy to Venezuela if the situation requires it. If you’ve volunteered with Disaster Tech Lab before: Please reach out to us directly via email to let us know you’re interested and available. If you haven’t volunteered with us before but want to help: Please complete our online volunteer application here: https://disastertechlab.org/volunteer-application/ Having a ready pool of capable volunteers means that if and when the call comes, we can move quickly and effectively.

Stay Tuned

We’ll continue to share updates as we learn more and as our plans take shape. Thank you to everyone who has already reached out with offers of support — your willingness to help, even before we know the full extent of what’s needed, is exactly what makes a fast and effective response possible when it matters most. If you’d like to support this and future response efforts, consider applying to volunteer or following our updates for the latest information.