Red sky observed over Caracas following major earthquakes in Venezuela

On June 30, 2026, a blood-red sky was observed over Caracas, Venezuela, a phenomenon scientists attribute to Rayleigh scattering and the presence of Saharan dust. This occurred during ongoing rescue operations following two major earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 on the Richter scale. Acting President Delcy Rodriguez confirmed that the death toll has reached 1,943 people. NASA satellite imagery indicates that approximately 59,000 buildings were damaged or destroyed by the seismic activity. Additionally, 16,000 citizens have been left homeless and are currently seeking shelter in temporary facilities. Thousands of people remain missing, with rescue teams and families continuing to search through debris. International organizations are currently monitoring the humanitarian situation to provide necessary assistance.