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Venezuela: Death Toll from Double Earthquake Reaches 6,438
Herz — World Desk · · 30s summary · 2 min read
The essentials
The death toll from the double earthquake that struck Venezuela on June 24 has reached 6,438, according to figures announced Monday by Parliament President Jorge Rodriguez. The previous official count stood at 6,301 as of August 10. The two earthquakes, with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5, triggered the collapse of at least 190 buildings. Nearly 60,000 homes were affected by the disaster, with more than 24,000 now uninhabitable. Thousands of residents continue to live in temporary camps, often in precarious conditions, while rescue workers search for remaining bodies in the rubble. The government has not released figures on the number of missing persons.
- The official death toll reaches 6,438.
- Two earthquakes struck the coast on June 24.
- At least 190 buildings collapsed in the disaster.
- Over 24,000 homes are uninhabitable.
- No official figures on missing persons have been released.
What We Know
The double earthquake that struck Venezuela has killed 6,438 people. Parliament President Jorge Rodriguez announced this death toll on Monday, according to Tribune de Genève and 24 heures.
The previous official death toll, released on August 10, stood at 6,301. The updated count reflects an additional 137 deaths.
Two earthquakes with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5 struck the Venezuelan coast on June 24. The state of La Guaira, north of Caracas, was among the hardest hit areas.
At least 190 buildings collapsed as a result of the two earthquakes.
Search Efforts Continue
Nearly two months after the double earthquake, rescue workers and family members continue searching for bodies in the rubble.
Those whose bodies have not been recovered are considered missing. However, the government has not released any figures on the number of missing persons.
Tens of Thousands of Homes Affected
Authorities report that nearly 60,000 homes were affected by the earthquake. Over 24,000 of these homes are now uninhabitable.
Thousands of residents are living in temporary camps, often under precarious conditions.
Heavy rains during the Saturday to Sunday night destroyed tents belonging to disaster victims at several camps in Caracas.
4,000 Homes Promised to Disaster Victims
The interim government of Delcy Rodriguez has promised 4,000 homes to disaster victims by the end of the year. To date, 335 homes have been provided.
Homes promised4000
Homes provided335
Timeline
- Two earthquakes with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5 strike the Venezuelan coast, notably in the state of La Guaira.
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