Recovery continues as Venezuela earthquake fatalities exceed 4,400
Rescue efforts continue nearly three weeks after twin earthquakes, with thousands still displaced and the humanitarian impact continuing to grow
The death toll from the twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on 24 June has risen to 4,490, according to updated figures released by the country’s National Assembly.
Officials said the number of people injured remained at 16,740, while 6,462 people have been rescued since the disaster. The number of people left homeless has increased to 17,907 as recovery operations continue across the affected areas.
The latest figures highlight the continuing humanitarian impact of one of the region’s deadliest natural disasters in recent years, with emergency services and aid organisations still supporting affected communities weeks after the earthquakes struck.
The evolving situation underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring following major natural disasters, as infrastructure damage, displacement, and pressure on local healthcare services can continue long after the initial event.