National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez announced on Thursday that the death toll from Venezuela's twin earthquakes has risen to 3,889, with 16,740 people injured and thousands still displaced. In an official update shared on the social media platform X, Rodriguez detailed the scale of the disaster and the ongoing relief efforts.
Casualties and Rescue Operations
Rodriguez reported that 6,462 people have been rescued so far. The earthquakes caused extensive damage, with 856 buildings damaged and 190 completely collapsed. Authorities have been working tirelessly to provide aid to affected communities.
Humanitarian Assistance and Supplies
According to Rodriguez, 86,794 families have received assistance following the disaster. Relief supplies distributed include 9,603 metric tons of food and more than 12.1 million liters of water. Additionally, 28,836 patients have received medical treatment in the aftermath of the quakes.
Deployment of Personnel and International Support
A total of 30,076 personnel and 29,344 volunteers have been deployed to relief efforts, supported by 3,931 international rescue workers. This includes a rescue team from Syria, marking its first overseas mission.
Temporary Camps and Aftershocks
Eighty-nine temporary camps have been established for displaced residents. Authorities have recorded 1,142 aftershocks since the initial earthquakes, indicating ongoing seismic activity.
Details of the Earthquakes
According to the US Geological Survey, two earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude struck the South American nation on June 24, just 39 seconds apart. The powerful tremors caused widespread destruction, prompting a large-scale national and international humanitarian response.
