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Venezuela earthquake death toll reaches 4,490
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Venezuela earthquake death toll reaches 4,490

From Cooperativa · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Outcome reported
  • Venezuela's death toll from devastating earthquakes on June 24 has risen to at least 4,490, with 16,740 injured, according to official figures.
  • Authorities have provided assistance to 120,794 families, with 19,583 people housed in 108 temporary shelters, primarily in schools.
  • Over 9,995 tons of food and 18.5 million liters of water have been distributed, supported by 30,535 volunteers and 31,837 officials.

Venezuela's official death toll from the June 24 earthquakes has climbed to at least 4,490, with injuries reaching 16,740. The government reports that 120,794 families have received aid, and 19,583 individuals are currently housed in 108 temporary shelters. These shelters are mainly located in schools across Caracas and the neighboring states of Miranda and La Guaira, the latter being the most severely affected region.

The number of temporary shelters has increased by 14 since Saturday, bringing the total to 108. This update comes as authorities continue relief efforts, distributing substantial amounts of essential supplies. So far, 9,995 tons of food and 18.5 million liters of water have been provided to those affected.

The relief operation is bolstered by a significant volunteer and official presence. A total of 30,535 volunteers have registered to assist, alongside 31,837 officials from various agencies who are deployed in the affected areas. The government, through figures shared by National Assembly President Jorge Rodrรญguez, continues to provide updates on the ongoing recovery and assistance efforts.

120,794 families have been attended and there are 19,583 people in a total of 108 temporary camps.

โ€” Jorge RodrรญguezThe President of the National Assembly, Jorge Rodrรญguez, provided an update on the number of families attended and people housed in temporary shelters via social media.
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Originally published by Cooperativa in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.