Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Surpasses 4,700; Thousands Missing

The death toll from a devastating earthquake that struck Venezuela on June 24 has surpassed 4,743, as confirmed by parliamentary speaker Jorge Rodríguez on Tuesday via Telegram. The powerful tremors, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude, struck just 39 seconds apart, causing widespread destruction.

In addition to the fatalities, 16,740 individuals were injured, though most have since been discharged from hospitals. Official figures on the number of missing persons have not been released by authorities. However, the United Nations estimates that the number of missing could be as high as 50,000, highlighting the scale of the tragedy.

The earthquakes damaged approximately 800 buildings, with 190 completely collapsing. The state of La Guaira, located north of the capital Caracas, and its port city of the same name, were the most severely affected areas. Government data indicates that over 21,000 people in this region are currently residing in temporary camps.

The disaster has left a significant humanitarian crisis, with thousands displaced and in need of aid. The full extent of the damage and the long-term recovery efforts are still being assessed.

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Since the disaster on June 24, 4,743 deaths have been counted, and 16,740 people were injured, most of whom have already been discharged from hospitals.