# San Sebastián Fault

Type: geological-entity

Source: Healthcare Intelligence Brief — https://gethealthbrief.com/entity/san-sebastin-fault
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## Timeline

- **2026-07-04**: Death Toll Reaches 2,645 — Government reports 2,645 dead, 12,000 injured, and 15,000 displaced; rescue phase officially transitions to recovery operations.
- **2026-06-24**: Twin Earthquakes Strike — Two earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 hit 39 seconds apart along the San Sebastián fault, causing massive destruction in Caracas and La Guaira.

## Recent coverage (1 stories)

### 12,000 Injured in Venezuela Quake Overwhelm Health System
2026-07-05 10:06:49 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 6/10 · Sources: 1

The twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 have left 12,000 injured and 15,000 displaced, creating a severe public health emergency. Health facilities are overwhelmed, and aid agencies warn of rising disease risks and mental health challenges. This briefing examines the immediate and long-term health implications of the disaster.
Full story: https://gethealthbrief.com/story/venezuela-earthquake-health-system-crisis

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