Venezuela earthquake toll surpasses 1,700; flooding exacerbates crisis

The death toll from a devastating earthquake in Venezuela has surpassed 1,700, with over 5,000 individuals sustaining injuries. The National Assembly's president, Jorge Rodríguez, reported the grim figures via his Telegram channel. The earthquake, which struck on June 25, is the strongest in the country in 126 years.

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The number of victims of the earthquake in Venezuela has exceeded 1,700 people. Another 5,034 people were injured.

Despite the passage of several days, rescue operations are ongoing, and survivors continue to be found trapped beneath the rubble. Reports indicate that a 9-month-old baby and their mother were rescued, along with a father and son. However, the situation has been compounded by subsequent natural disasters.

Following the earthquake, torrential rains have triggered widespread flooding in the northwestern state of Portuguesa. Several towns have been cut off, transportation links are blocked, and infrastructure has been damaged. Tens of thousands of people are reported missing in the wake of these combined calamities.

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Rescuers managed to pull a 9-month-old child and his mother, as well as a father and son, from the ruins.

In total, more than 770 buildings have been damaged or destroyed by the earthquake, with 189 structures completely demolished. An additional 2,500 buildings were affected by the tremors. More than 3,200 people remain hospitalized as the country grapples with the aftermath of the earthquake and the escalating flood crisis.

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More than 770 buildings were damaged or destroyed as a result of the earthquake.