Venezuelan earthquakes kill nearly 3,000, injure over 16,500

The death toll from powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela's central coast more than a week ago has climbed to nearly 3,000, with over 16,500 people injured, according to the latest official figures.

Jorge Rodríguez, president of the Venezuelan National Assembly, reported that precisely 2,954 individuals lost their lives and 16,592 were injured as a result of the 7.5 and 7.2 magnitude earthquakes on June 24. These seismic events also caused substantial damage to more than 800 buildings, with 190 completely collapsing, as reported by Europa Press.

The affected population includes 16,309 individuals who have lost their homes, authorities stated. They also reported assisting 83,793 families, rescuing 6,462 people, and distributing over 9,480 tons of food and 78,400 food bags.

Currently, more than 3,300 international rescuers are deployed to address the earthquake's devastation. The country has experienced approximately 900 aftershocks since the initial tremors, according to government information. "We recognize the valuable dedication of the foreign delegations who joined our rescue operations. More than 3,000 international personnel have actively participated alongside our teams in search and rescue efforts. Thank you!" Rodríguez highlighted.

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We recognize the valuable delivery of the foreign delegations that joined our rescue operations. More than 3,000 international personnel have actively participated alongside our teams in search and rescue efforts. Thank you!