Earthquake death toll in Venezuela rises to 4,490, government reports

The Venezuelan government, under Delcy Rodríguez, has updated the official toll from the earthquakes that struck on June 24, reporting a total of at least 4,490 fatalities and 16,740 injuries. The latest figures were released on Sunday, indicating 157 new deaths attributed to the seismic events.

According to Jorge Rodríguez, president of the National Assembly, assistance has reached 120,794 families. Approximately 19,583 individuals are currently residing in 108 temporary camps, primarily located in schools across Caracas, Miranda, and the heavily impacted La Guaira region. This represents an increase in shelter capacity compared to the previous day.

Relief efforts have been substantial, with authorities distributing 9,995 tons of food and 18.5 million liters of water to affected populations. The response has involved a significant number of personnel, including 30,535 registered volunteers and 31,837 officials from various agencies nationwide. Since the initial 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes, the region has experienced 1,222 aftershocks.

Furthermore, 17,907 people have lost their homes. The government anticipates this number will rise as inspections of buildings that survived the tremors but sustained structural damage continue. A biometric census has commenced to assess the need for new housing, with an initial estimate suggesting a requirement for 25,000 new units.

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120,794 families have been attended to so far and 19,583 people remain housed in 108 temporary camps.