Venezuela earthquake death toll reaches 2,645

The number of fatalities from two earthquakes that hit Venezuela on June 24 has climbed to 2,645, with an additional 12,666 people sustaining injuries, according to Jorge Rodriguez, President of Venezuela's National Assembly. He provided the update on Friday, July 3, 2026, via Telegram.

Rodriguez, who also heads the temporary shelter command center, reported that 6,462 people have been rescued since the earthquakes struck. Furthermore, 86,117 families have been provided with essential aid.

The seismic events caused significant destruction, damaging 885 buildings and leading to the complete collapse of 189 others. In response to the widespread damage and displacement, authorities have set up 59 temporary shelters to accommodate those affected by the disaster.

Since the initial powerful earthquakes, Venezuela has experienced 890 aftershocks. The government has deployed 3,305 international rescue personnel and 29,567 emergency response officers to various regions across the country to manage the ongoing emergency situation.