Tsunami advisory for VI after 7.1 magnitude earthquake off Venezuela
A tsunami advisory is in effect for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, following a 7.1 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Venezuela this afternoon, June 24, 2026. Photo: Facebook
The Department of Disaster Management (DDM), in its advisory, said it is closely monitoring the situation. Photo: DDM
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A tsunami advisory is in effect for Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands, and the Virgin Islands, following a 7.1 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Venezuela this afternoon, June 24, 2026.
The Department of Disaster Management (DDM), in its advisory, said it is closely monitoring the situation.
The magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck near the coast of Venezuela at 6:05 PM.
According to American meteorologist Chris Nunley, the first hazardous waves and currents are forecast to begin around 7:19 PM, with dangerous conditions potentially lasting for many hours.
"If you are in the affected area, move out of the water, stay off beaches, and avoid all coastal areas. Do not go to the shoreline to watch the tsunami, and do not return to evacuated areas until local officials give the all-clear," Nunley advised.
More details to follow.
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