Sucre Shaken to Its Core: 4.9 Magnitude Earthquake Sends Tremors Through Historic City

• The phenomenon occurred at approximately 9:00 am

Citizens in the state of Sucre reported that they perceived an earthquake at approximately 9:00 am on Monday, October 7.

The Venezuelan Foundation for Seismological Research (Funvisis) indicated that the earthquake had a magnitude of 4.9 and the epicenter was 15 kilometers northeast of Yaguaraparo, in the state of Sucre.

Yaguaraparo belongs to the Cajigal municipality and is a town located in the eastern region of the country. It is a coastal area with access to the Caribbean Sea.

Reports on social networks

Residents of Sucre have indicated through social networks that the earthquake was felt for a few seconds.

Citizens in Ciudad Guayana, Bolívar state, also reported that the tremor was short-lived, according to testimonies from users on X (Twitter).

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So far, Funivisis has not reported any aftershocks in the region as a result of the movement.

What are replicas?

Aftershocks happen after a main earthquake. They are like small tremors that occur in the same region where the original earthquake occurred.

What to do in case of an earthquake?

Photo: Seismometer

Funvisis highlights on its web portal the importance of staying calm during an earthquake. In such situations, it is recommended to stay away from objects that could fall and cause damage upon impact with the ground, as well as from windows, balconies, glass doors or mirrors.

If a person is on the street, it is crucial to avoid areas near poles, wiring and structures that may collapse.

The citizen must find a safe place to take refuge, such as under a table or desk. If you do not have access to one nearby, you can take shelter against a wall, protecting your head with your arms.

Subsequently, it is advisable to evacuate the place in an orderly manner, always using the stairs and avoiding risk areas.

In addition, it is recommended to have an emergency plan at home, school and/or the workplace, which must be known by everyone involved so that it can be applied quickly in the event of an emergency.

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