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Venezuela Earthquake Toll Rises to 2,645 Dead, 12,666 Injured
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Venezuela Earthquake Toll Rises to 2,645 Dead, 12,666 Injured

From El Universal · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Outcome reported
  • At least 2,645 people died and 12,666 were injured by two earthquakes in Venezuela on June 24, according to official figures.
  • Over 15,000 people lost their homes, and 885 buildings were affected, with 189 suffering total collapse, primarily in La Guaira state.
  • While 6,462 people were rescued alive, the government has not reported missing persons, though the UN estimates up to 50,000 may be missing.

The devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 have resulted in a tragic death toll of at least 2,645 people, with an additional 12,666 individuals injured, according to the latest official report released Friday. The seismic events have left a profound scar on the nation, particularly in the La Guaira state, which was the epicenter.

Beyond the human cost, the earthquakes caused widespread destruction to infrastructure. More than 15,000 people have been displaced from their homes, and a staggering 885 buildings sustained damage. Of these, 189 structures completely collapsed, highlighting the severity of the tremors.

Rescue efforts have managed to save 6,462 people alive from the rubble. However, a significant concern remains regarding the number of missing persons. The Venezuelan government has not provided official figures for those unaccounted for. In contrast, the United Nations has estimated that the number of missing individuals could be as high as 50,000, indicating a potentially much higher final casualty count.

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Originally published by El Universal in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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