VENEZUELA EARTHQUAKES: At least 920 people have been killed, 3,360 injured, and more than 53,000 people remain unaccounted for, according to locals and officials. The death toll is expected to rise.
Contributed by @AZ_Intel_.
Current figures from Venezuela earthquakes:
- 920 dead (expected to rise)
- 3,360 injured
- 53,000+ unaccounted for (via online missing persons ministry)
🌎 Week in Earthquakes (June 19-26, 2026)
93 earthquakes of magnitude 4.5 or greater were recorded around the world this week. Among them were the devastating doublet in Venezuela, a M6.9 offshore Japan, and a 5.6 in northern California.
Aftershocks of Wednesday's earthquakes in Venezuela are expected to continue.
According to the latest USGS forecast, there is an 8% (1-in-12) chance of an aftershock larger than 6.0 in the next week. The forecast will be updated as the sequence continues.
For the latest forecast, visit:
https://t.co/mNS2lCJIXy
A survey team today was able to confirm damage from three tornadoes from the June 22nd severe weather event in portions of northern Jackson County, Alabama and southern Franklin County, Tennessee. See more information in our attached graphics. #HUNwx
12:08 PM: For the rest of Today, expect a mostly sunny afternoon. There is a 10-20% of a shower or thunderstorm in southern middle TN and northeast AL. High temperatures will reach the u80s to l90s in valley areas, and l-m 80s atop the higher Cumberland Plateau. #HUNwx
[5:55AM] Our primary concern over the next week will be heat as high temperatures warm into the 90s with heat indices up to 106 degrees. Saturday, a low chance of strong to severe storms also exists. Be sure to stay weather aware & have multiple ways to get warnings!
Strong-severe thunderstorms may occur on Saturday, with highest probabilities across southern Middle TN and northeast AL. These will be capable of producing locally damaging winds, frequent lightning, and heavy downpours. Stay weather aware if you have outdoor plans! #HUNwx