Venezuela Earthquake Leaves 4,930 Dead, Thousands Struggling Without Homes

According to the report shared on his Telegram channel, at least 16,740 people sustained injuries, while 17,907 residents were left homeless by the disaster.

The death toll from the devastating earthquake that struck Venezuela last month has risen to 4,930, authorities have confirmed, as rescue and relief efforts continue across the affected regions.

President of the National Assembly of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, Jorge Rodríguez, disclosed the updated casualty figures on Friday, citing the country’s latest official disaster bulletin.

According to the report shared on his Telegram channel, at least 16,740 people sustained injuries, while 17,907 residents were left homeless by the disaster.

Citing the bulletin TASS News Agency, revealed that 190 buildings were completely destroyed, while another 856 structures suffered severe damage during the powerful tremors.

Authorities said emergency responders rescued 6,462 people during extensive search-and-rescue operations carried out in the aftermath of the earthquake.

The report added that 33,781 people had received medical treatment in hospitals and other healthcare facilities since the disaster struck.

The Venezuelan government also said humanitarian assistance had been provided to 128,324 affected families.

As part of ongoing relief efforts, 21,210 displaced persons have been accommodated in 107 temporary shelters established across the affected areas.

In addition, authorities said 10,063 tonnes of food had been distributed to victims as part of emergency relief operations.

The powerful earthquake struck Venezuela late on June 24, triggering widespread destruction across parts of the country.

According to official reports, two major earthquakes measuring magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5 occurred approximately 40 seconds apart.

The epicentres of the twin quakes were located about 10 kilometres from each other in Yaracuy State.

Seismologists recorded more than 1,308 aftershocks following the initial earthquakes, complicating rescue operations and increasing fears among residents already displaced by the disaster.

Emergency agencies continue to assess the full extent of the damage as authorities work to provide shelter, food, medical care and other humanitarian assistance to thousands of affected families.