When the earth moves: 6 major earthquakes of 2026

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On June 24, Venezuela experienced a deadly double earthquake, with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5, killing over 6,300 people and devastating infrastructure in Caracas and northern regions. In contrast, a magnitude 7.8 earthquake off the Philippines on June 8 killed 107, demonstrating that quake strength does not solely determine casualty severity.

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Colombia, Venezuela, Mindanao: Thousands have died in powerful earthquakes this year. Six such events show that the magnitude of the quake isn't the only factor determining the scale of the disaster.

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