Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Surpasses 4,700 Amidst Ongoing Aftershocks

Venezuela's northern region is grappling with the devastating aftermath of a double earthquake that struck nearly three weeks ago, as the official death toll has climbed to 4,734. An additional 173 fatalities were confirmed in the latest report, underscoring the ongoing tragedy.

The number of those injured stands at 16,740, while 17,907 people have been left without homes. The government has established 107 temporary camps in Caracas and surrounding states, now housing 20,903 individuals. While authorities claim to have assisted 128,324 families and 33,652 patients, details on the nature and timing of this aid remain unspecified.

The seismic activity has not ceased, with 1,275 aftershocks recorded since June 24. A recent magnitude 3.9 tremor on Friday morning, occurring 10 kilometers northeast of Naiguatá in the heavily affected La Guaira state, triggered panic and prompted building evacuations as a precautionary measure.

In response to the housing crisis, the government has initiated a biometric census to assess the need for new dwellings, estimating that approximately 25,000 homes may be required. President Nicolás Maduro's administration announced plans to deliver the first 200 new homes this week. Amidst these efforts, the government and an opposition group led by former deputy Dinorah Figuera have agreed to a work plan starting August 1, aimed at strengthening democracy and addressing the earthquake's consequences.

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The number of deaths from the double earthquake that occurred almost three weeks ago in the northern zone of Venezuela rose to 4,734, after adding 173 new fatalities.