Death Toll in Venezuela Twin Earthquakes Rises Past 4,800
At least 20,857 people are living in overcrowded camps as rescue workers search collapsed buildings and authorities report 16,740 injuries.
- On Wednesday, National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez reported the death toll from last month's twin earthquakes in Venezuela has reached 4,829.
- The 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude quakes struck June 24, decimating the coastal state of La Guaira; the tremors damaged 856 buildings, including 190 that collapsed.
- At least 20,857 people remain homeless after the disasters injured 16,740 individuals; authorities established 106 temporary camps, though many lack adequate water supplies and sanitation.
- Washington authorized transactions related to earthquake relief for four months to bypass existing sanctions, while officials seek access to frozen resources, including gold held by the Bank of England.
- In a letter to King Charles, Delcy Rodriguez requested the release of 31 tons of gold held by the bank, while also discussing fund releases with the International Monetary Fund.
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The number of injured remains at 16,740, according to the official report.The earthquakes occurred on June 24.
The Express Tribune
Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes rises to 4,829
16,740 people injured in last month's disaster, says National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez
Malay Mail
AlKhaleej TodayVenezuela quake death toll tops 4,800
CARACAS, July 16 — The death toll from last month’s devastating twin earthquakes in Venezuela has surpassed 4,800, the government reported on Wednesday.The 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude quakes struck within a minute of each other on June 24, decimating the coastal state of La Guaira located north of Caracas.The disaster has killed 4,829 people, according to a new toll shared by National Assembly chief Jorge Rodriguez on Telegram.Rescue workers and famil…
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