Venezuela Quake Death Toll Rises to 2,645; Nearly 12,700 Injured

July 4, 2026

Caracas: The death toll from the twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 has risen to 2,645, while 12,666 people have been injured, authorities said in the latest official update.

National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez, who also heads the command centre for temporary camps, said 6,462 people have been rescued and 86,117 families have received assistance since the disaster.

Rescue Operations Continue Amid Hundreds of Aftershocks

According to officials, the powerful earthquakes damaged 885 buildings and caused the collapse of 189 structures. Authorities have established 59 temporary camps to accommodate displaced residents.

Rodriguez said the country has recorded 890 aftershocks since the twin earthquakes, complicating rescue and relief operations.

More than 3,300 international rescuers and 29,500 emergency responders remain deployed across affected areas to assist with search, rescue and recovery efforts.

Seven-Day National Mourning in Effect

Acting President Delcy Rodriguez has declared seven days of national mourning in memory of those who lost their lives in the disaster.

In a statement, she expressed condolences to the victims’ families and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting those affected by the tragedy.

Authorities continue to provide emergency shelter, food and medical assistance to displaced residents while efforts remain focused on locating those still missing.

Twin Earthquakes Caused Widespread Destruction

The twin earthquakes, measuring magnitude 7.5 and 7.2, struck north of Caracas, causing widespread destruction across several regions.

Officials have said that tens of thousands of people remain missing or displaced, while rescue teams continue operations amid ongoing aftershocks and challenging conditions.