Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes rises to 4,490

The death toll from the two earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 has climbed to 4,490, National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez said on Sunday.

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13 July 2026 at 01:28:46

Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes rises to 4,490

A drone view shows people atop the remains of a fallen building, searching through debris in the aftermath of the June 24 earthquakes in Catia La Mar, La Guaira, Venezuela, July 12, 2026.

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CARACAS – The death toll from the two earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 has climbed to 4,490, National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez said on Sunday.

The number of injured remained at 16,740, while authorities said 6,462 people have been rescued since the disaster.

Officials also reported that 17,907 people have been left homeless as rescue and recovery efforts continue following the devastating earthquakes. -Reporting by Sarah Kinosian in Caracas; Editing by Andrea Ricci/Reuters