Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 4,490; Housing Needs Estimated at 25,000 Homes

The devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 have claimed at least 4,490 lives, according to the latest official figures. An additional 157 deaths were reported, bringing the grim total, while the number of injured remains at 16,740. The government has been providing aid, with over 120,000 families receiving assistance. Currently, 19,583 people are housed in 108 temporary camps, primarily located in schools in Caracas and the surrounding states of Miranda and La Guaira, the region most impacted by the tremors.

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120,0794 families have been attended to and there are 19,583 people in a total of 108 temporary camps.

Authorities have distributed substantial relief supplies, including 9,995 tons of food and 18.5 million liters of water. A significant volunteer effort is underway, with 30,535 registered volunteers and 31,837 officials deployed across the country. Since the initial quake, Venezuela has experienced 1,222 aftershocks.

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9,995 tons of food and 18.5 million liters of water have been distributed.

Concerns are mounting over housing, as approximately 18,000 people have lost their homes. Officials anticipate this number will increase as inspections of damaged buildings continue. The government has initiated a biometric census to accurately determine the scale of the housing crisis, with initial estimates suggesting a need for at least 25,000 new homes. The president of the Parliament announced that the first 200 new housing units would be delivered the following week.

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the head of state will deliver the first 200 homes next week.