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Venezuela: Over 6,300 dead from June earthquakes
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Venezuela: Over 6,300 dead from June earthquakes

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Outcome reported
  • The death toll from two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 has risen to 6,301.
  • Over 73,000 people have received medical attention for injuries.
  • Authorities have cleared 23% of the debris from affected areas, and plans are underway to deliver new housing to earthquake survivors.

Venezuela's official death toll from two major earthquakes on June 24 has climbed to 6,301, according to a recent report from Parliament Speaker Jorge Rodríguez. The magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 tremors struck the nation with devastating force.

Beyond the fatalities, the earthquakes left a trail of destruction and widespread injuries. More than 73,000 individuals have received medical care in hospitals following the disaster. Recovery efforts are ongoing, with 23% of the rubble cleared from the devastated regions, indicating the scale of the challenge ahead.

In response to the housing crisis exacerbated by the earthquakes, the Venezuelan government has pledged to provide new homes for survivors. Acting President Delsy Rodríguez has promised that 4,000 new housing units will be delivered to those affected this year, with an additional 10,000 planned for 2027. These measures aim to offer some relief and a path toward rebuilding lives disrupted by the seismic events.

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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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