Number of Portuguese deaths in Venezuela earthquakes rises to 95

The number of Portuguese citizens confirmed to have died in the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela has climbed to 95, according to the Portuguese government. This grim toll includes 17 minors, while another 58 individuals remain unaccounted for. A source from the Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs indicated that 82 of the deceased also held Venezuelan nationality, as reported by the EFE news agency.

In response to the tragedy, the Portuguese government declared a day of national mourning on Sunday to honor the victims of the powerful double earthquake that struck the South American nation. The seismic event, consisting of two tremors measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude that occurred just 39 seconds apart on Wednesday, June 24, has resulted in at least 2,954 fatalities and 16,592 injuries, according to the latest government figures.

This double earthquake is the deadliest natural disaster to strike Venezuela in the last century. The tremors significantly impacted Caracas and six other northern states, with the coastal state of La Guaira being particularly affected. The scale of destruction and loss of life has prompted a strong international response, with Portugal's confirmation of its citizens' deaths highlighting the widespread impact of the disaster.