# La Guaira earthquake recovery

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/la-guaira-earthquake-recovery
> Updated: 2026-10-28T03:29:30.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

Following a devastating double earthquake consisting of 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude tremors off the coast of La Guaira, Venezuela, intensive rescue operations were launched in Playa Grande. The seismic events caused the partial and total collapse of several residential blocks within the Luisa Cáceres de Arismendi complex of the Gran Misión Vivienda Venezuela project.

Technical teams utilized specialized canine units, fiber optic cameras, and drilling tools to conduct search and rescue operations under the risk of aftershocks. 

As recovery efforts progressed, authorities announced the partial reopening of approximately 80 percent of the state’s beaches, or about 55 locations, starting October 31, 2026. This reopening is restricted to weekends between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to allow for continued infrastructure rehabilitation and technical training. Certain areas, including Playa Coral, El Yate, and Puerto Viejo, remain closed for further recovery.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-28: La Guaira beaches to reopen on weekends following earthquakes

Beaches in La Guaira, Venezuela, will reopen on weekends starting October 31, 2026, following earthquake recovery efforts.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/la-guaira-announces-reopening-of-beaches-in-venezuela

### 2026-10-06: La Guaira rescue efforts continue after devastating double earthquake

Rescue teams are searching for survivors in La Guaira, Venezuela, after two major earthquakes of 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude caused the collapse of residential buildings in the Playa Grande area.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/la-guaira-rescue-efforts-continue-after-devastating-double-earthquake

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Cite as: La Guaira earthquake recovery. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/la-guaira-earthquake-recovery