Key facts
- The death toll from two earthquakes in Venezuela on June 24 has risen to 4,490.
- 16,740 people have been injured.
- 19,583 people are now living in camps.
Venezuela earthquake death toll climbs to 4,490
IN SHORT
The official death toll from Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes on June 24 has risen to 4,490, with 16,740 injured and 19,583 people now living in camps due to the destruction. No estimate for the number of people still unaccounted for was provided.
Key Numbers
4,490earthquake deaths in Venezuela
16,740injured from earthquakes
19,583people living in camps
584,000square meters allocated for new homes
100,000aid kits delivered by US Embassy
Who's Involved
Jorge Rodríguez
National Assembly President announcing updated death toll and housing plans
Yvan Gil
Foreign Minister reporting on Russian aid shipment
↳ Why This Matters
The escalating death toll and widespread destruction highlight a significant humanitarian crisis in Venezuela, requiring substantial resources for recovery and reconstruction efforts. International aid is beginning to arrive, but the scale of the disaster necessitates a massive, long-term response.