The disaster occurred on June 24, when back-to-back earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude flattened hundreds of structures. The death toll has mounted to 5,398, according to the latest data released by officials on Wednesday (July 22). The destruction hit the northern coastal state of La Guaira particularly hard. Seismologists have logged 1,405 aftershocks in the month following the initial disaster. While families and rescue workers continue searching through piles of rubble for missing loved ones, the exact scope of casualties remains uncertain. The government in Caracas has not released an official count for missing persons, though several national and international organisations estimate that thousands may still be unaccounted for beneath collapsed debris.&nbsp;Four weeks after the initial disaster, state priorities are transitioning toward housing and recovery for an estimated 23,000 citizens left homeless by the destruction. Interim President Delcy Rodriguez vowed this week to deliver 4,000 new homes by the end of the year to accommodate displaced families. She also set a new target of constructing 10,000 homes for earthquake victims by 2027.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/venezuela-earthquake-did-delayed-military-orders-confusion-slow-rescue-operations-1784444944175">Venezuela earthquake: Did delayed military orders, confusion slow rescue operations?</a>&nbsp;To support the massive reconstruction effort, the International Monetary Fund has released approximately $346 million drawn from Venezuela’s existing reserves. Concurrently, Venezuela's unicameral National Assembly passed legislative reforms aimed at streamlining regulations and accelerating the construction of new residential housing developments in hard-hit areas.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/venezuela-earthquake-death-toll-crosses-5-000-as-imf-grants-346-million-funds-for-reconstruction-1784348528973">Venezuela earthquake death toll crosses 5,000 as IMF grants $346 million funds for reconstruction</a>&nbsp;A day after the devastating earthquake, Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodriguez, said she spoke to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio by phone on June 25. The telephonic exchange took place after her nation was struck by two quakes that have claimed at least 32 lives. She took to her X account to write, “I spoke by phone with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who expressed his solidarity and support for the Venezuelan people during these difficult times for our nation.”

The death toll from the twin earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 5,398. Search and rescue operations continue alongside relief efforts for thousands left homeless across affected regions. 

The disaster occurred on June 24, when back-to-back earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude flattened hundreds of structures. The death toll has mounted to 5,398, according to the latest data released by officials on Wednesday (July 22). The destruction hit the northern coastal state of La Guaira particularly hard. Seismologists have logged 1,405 aftershocks in the month following the initial disaster. While families and rescue workers continue searching through piles of rubble for missing loved ones, the exact scope of casualties remains uncertain. The government in Caracas has not released an official count for missing persons, though several national and international organisations estimate that thousands may still be unaccounted for beneath collapsed debris. Four weeks after the initial disaster, state priorities are transitioning toward housing and recovery for an estimated 23,000 citizens left homeless by the destruction. Interim President Delcy Rodriguez vowed this week to deliver 4,000 new homes by the end of the year to accommodate displaced families. She also set a new target of constructing 10,000 homes for earthquake victims by 2027. Also read: Venezuela earthquake: Did delayed military orders, confusion slow rescue operations? To support the massive reconstruction effort, the International Monetary Fund has released approximately $346 million drawn from Venezuela’s existing reserves. Concurrently, Venezuela's unicameral National Assembly passed legislative reforms aimed at streamlining regulations and accelerating the construction of new residential housing developments in hard-hit areas. Also read: Venezuela earthquake death toll crosses 5,000 as IMF grants $346 million funds for reconstruction A day after the devastating earthquake, Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodriguez, said she spoke to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio by phone on June 25. The telephonic exchange took place after her nation was struck by two quakes that have claimed at least 32 lives. She took to her X account to write, “I spoke by phone with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who expressed his solidarity and support for the Venezuelan people during these difficult times for our nation.”

The death toll from the twin earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 5,398.Search and rescue operations continue alongside relief efforts for thousands left homeless across affected regions.

Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 5,398 as search efforts continue

The death toll from the deadly twin earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 2,595, and thousands still remain missing, Interim President Delcy Rodriguez said on Thursday (Jul 2). On June 24, magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes struck within a minute of each other, resulting in widespread destruction and flattening neighbourhoods. Rescuers continue operations as hopes of finding any survivors fade.&nbsp;In a press conference, Rodriguez said that there were no plans for mass graves for those killed in the disaster. She also defended her government’s response to dispatch military and civilian officials.“In the first 24 hours, it reached 4,000 personnel, and within 48 hours there were 11,000 officials,” she told reporters.<h2>Man rescued after eight days</h2>In a miraculous incident, a 43-year-old man was pulled out alive from the debris of a collapsed building after being trapped for eight days. Hernan Gil was carefully lifted out on a stretcher after emergency responders spent hours navigating the wreckage of the collapsed seven-storey building where he had been working as a security guard in Catia La Mar, one of the coastal communities worst affected by the June 24 disaster.“This is truly a miracle,” Gil’s wife Gusbimar Gonzalez told AFP as rescuers worked to free him.<h2>Thousands missing</h2>The government did not provide an exact number of those missing; however, UN estimates indicate as many as 50,000 are still unaccounted for. According to data from NASA, almost 60,000 buildings were likely damaged or destroyed. Officials said that about 13,000 people have been left homeless, with many of them sleeping in tents on the streets, parks, and vacant lots.Most of the collapsed buildings in the hardest-hit city of La Guaira, just north of Caracas, have been marked with ‘D’ for ‘deceased’ to signal it had been searched and no signs of life were found. Rescuers, volunteers, and relatives have now been largely focusing on retrieving the dead from the rubble.

Venezuela's twin earthquakes have killed 2,595 people, with thousands still missing. Rescue teams continue searching for survivors, while the government says there are no plans for mass graves.

The death toll from the deadly twin earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 2,595, and thousands still remain missing, Interim President Delcy Rodriguez said on Thursday (Jul 2). On June 24, magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes struck within a minute of each other, resulting in widespread destruction and flattening neighbourhoods. Rescuers continue operations as hopes of finding any survivors fade. In a press conference, Rodriguez said that there were no plans for mass graves for those killed in the disaster. She also defended her government’s response to dispatch military and civilian officials. “In the first 24 hours, it reached 4,000 personnel, and within 48 hours there were 11,000 officials,” she told reporters. Man rescued after eight days In a miraculous incident, a 43-year-old man was pulled out alive from the debris of a collapsed building after being trapped for eight days. Hernan Gil was carefully lifted out on a stretcher after emergency responders spent hours navigating the wreckage of the collapsed seven-storey building where he had been working as a security guard in Catia La Mar, one of the coastal communities worst affected by the June 24 disaster. “This is truly a miracle,” Gil’s wife Gusbimar Gonzalez told AFP as rescuers worked to free him. Thousands missing The government did not provide an exact number of those missing; however, UN estimates indicate as many as 50,000 are still unaccounted for. According to data from NASA, almost 60,000 buildings were likely damaged or destroyed. Officials said that about 13,000 people have been left homeless, with many of them sleeping in tents on the streets, parks, and vacant lots. Most of the collapsed buildings in the hardest-hit city of La Guaira, just north of Caracas, have been marked with ‘D’ for ‘deceased’ to signal it had been searched and no signs of life were found. Rescuers, volunteers, and relatives have now been largely focusing on retrieving the dead from the rubble.

Venezuela's twin earthquakes have killed 2,595 people, with thousands still missing. Rescue teams continue searching for survivors, while the government says there are no plans for mass graves.

Venezuela earthquake: Death toll rises to nearly 2,600, thousands still missing

Rescue teams pulled a man alive from the rubble of a collapsed nine-story building in Venezuela on Thursday, eight days after powerful earthquakes devastated the country, offering a rare moment of hope amid the ongoing disaster.&nbsp;Hernán Alberto Gil Flores, a 43-year-old security guard, was trapped beneath nearly 29 feet of debris after the parking structure of a shopping mall collapsed in La Guaira. Local and international rescue teams carried out a carefully coordinated operation over several days before bringing him to safety.&nbsp;Gil has emerged as a symbol of hope for a country mourning one of the deadliest earthquakes in Latin American history.

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A video shared by the Chile Fire Department captured the moment rescuers first spotted Gil using a search camera that was lowered into the collapsed basement on Wednesday.The footage showed his fingers moving through a narrow gap between layers of concrete and debris, confirming he was still alive.&nbsp;The Chile Fire Department described the rescue operation as "highly complex" because the damaged building remained unstable and rescue workers had to deal with falling debris throughout the mission.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗘 | El equipo USAR Bomberos de Chile (BoCH) continúa las labores de rescate de Hernán, venezolano que se encuentra atrapado con vida en un edificio derrumbado. El rescate está siendo liderado por el equipo chileno, que ha estado trabajando con equipos USAR de… <a href="https://t.co/qKmTbtiAFG">pic.twitter.com/qKmTbtiAFG</a>&mdash; Bomberos de Chile (@BomberosdeChile) <a href="https://x.com/BomberosdeChile/status/2072494796015350269?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 2, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Search continues as thousands remain missing</h2>While Gil's rescue brought a rare success, emergency teams continue searching for survivors across the affected areas. The United Nations estimates that around 50,000 people are still missing.&nbsp;On Wednesday, Venezuela's interim President Delcy Rodriguez declared seven days of national mourning after last week's twin earthquakes killed at least 3,000 people, injured more than 11,000 and left thousands of others unaccounted for.&nbsp;The earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude, destroyed entire neighbourhoods in oil-rich Venezuela, where years of economic crisis had already weakened infrastructure and healthcare services. The disaster struck while the country remained in a fragile political transition, six months after the United States ousted leader Nicolas Maduro.&nbsp;The World Food Programme has appealed for $50 million to provide food assistance to about 500,000 people in Venezuela over the next three months.

Gil has become a symbol of hope in a nation devastated by one of Latin America's deadliest earthquakes, which killed at least 3,000 people, injured more than 11,000 and left thousands of others unaccounted for.

Rescue teams pulled a man alive from the rubble of a collapsed nine-story building in Venezuela on Thursday, eight days after powerful earthquakes devastated the country, offering a rare moment of hope amid the ongoing disaster. Hernán Alberto Gil Flores, a 43-year-old security guard, was trapped beneath nearly 29 feet of debris after the parking structure of a shopping mall collapsed in La Guaira. Local and international rescue teams carried out a carefully coordinated operation over several days before bringing him to safety. Gil has emerged as a symbol of hope for a country mourning one of the deadliest earthquakes in Latin American history.

Gil has become a symbol of hope in a nation devastated by one of Latin America's deadliest earthquakes, which killed at least 3,000 people, injured more than 11,000 and left thousands of others unaccounted for.

Watch | Venezuela earthquake survivor rescued alive from rubble after eight days

Four Venezuelan police officers were arrested after being accused of looting cash from the rubble of a building that collapsed during the devastating twin earthquakes last week and are facing dismissal from service.&nbsp;Videos on social media showed enraged people trying to stop members of the scientific, penal and criminalistic investigation service corps (CICPC) helping themselves to a safe full of dollars from a ruined building in the state of La Guaira, which was hit the hardest.&nbsp;The CICPC said in a statement that four officers had been arrested and relieved of their duties, and disciplinary action for their “immediate dismissal” had been started.&nbsp;“In light of the recent events in the areas affected by the earthquakes in La Guaira state, it was confirmed that a group of officers, deviating from their duties and taking advantage of the rescue and humanitarian aid efforts, acted improperly by appropriating valuables found among the rubble,” the statement said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-techie-33-dies-as-his-car-gets-swept-away-in-kansas-flash-floods-1782921864067">Indian techie, 33, dies as his car gets swept away in Kansas flash floods</a>&nbsp;“This individual conduct, reprehensible and contrary to the fundamental values of our doctrine, directly undermines the institution’s prestige and public respect,” it added.&nbsp;Public anger is rising over the slow pace of the rescue efforts by the government as well as over the conduct of some members of the military and police.&nbsp;Volunteers said they are doing their best to locate survivors even though they just have shovels and ropes and are even using their bare hands, while some Venezuelan military and police personnel are looting, blocking aid and co-opting donations.&nbsp;Local people and national and international rescue teams continue to search for survivors after the back-to-back quakes killed almost 2,000 people, injured more than 10,000, and left tens of thousands missing.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-directs-meta-to-halt-whatsapp-usernames-feature-until-consultations-are-complete-1782918599679">India directs Meta to halt WhatsApp usernames feature until consultations are complete</a>&nbsp;A three-year-old boy was pulled alive from the rubble of a building in La Guaira on Tuesday, but since hopes of finding more survivors are fading.&nbsp;Hundreds of volunteers were still streaming into La Guaira, the disaster’s ground zero, on Wednesday to help in rescue efforts.&nbsp;Volunteers said they still had hope that more survivors could be found as miracles happen and some people can survive 10 days. They were shifting rubble and listening intently for any sounds of life.&nbsp;Meanwhile, senior government officials blamed misinformation for the growing civilian anger and ⁠reports of military personnel’s involvement in looting. They urged the people to ignore “manipulation strategies on social networks” and instead rely on official information.But some of the volunteer rescuers say they see little evidence of the authorities rushing to help, a week after the disaster hit.&nbsp;

Public anger is rising over the slow pace of the rescue efforts by the government and over the conduct of some members of the military and police. Volunteers said they are doing their best to locate survivors even though they just have shovels and ropes, while military and police are looting.

Four Venezuelan police officers were arrested after being accused of looting cash from the rubble of a building that collapsed during the devastating twin earthquakes last week and are facing dismissal from service. Videos on social media showed enraged people trying to stop members of the scientific, penal and criminalistic investigation service corps (CICPC) helping themselves to a safe full of dollars from a ruined building in the state of La Guaira, which was hit the hardest. The CICPC said in a statement that four officers had been arrested and relieved of their duties, and disciplinary action for their “immediate dismissal” had been started. “In light of the recent events in the areas affected by the earthquakes in La Guaira state, it was confirmed that a group of officers, deviating from their duties and taking advantage of the rescue and humanitarian aid efforts, acted improperly by appropriating valuables found among the rubble,” the statement said. Also Read: Indian techie, 33, dies as his car gets swept away in Kansas flash floods “This individual conduct, reprehensible and contrary to the fundamental values of our doctrine, directly undermines the institution’s prestige and public respect,” it added. Public anger is rising over the slow pace of the rescue efforts by the government as well as over the conduct of some members of the military and police. Volunteers said they are doing their best to locate survivors even though they just have shovels and ropes and are even using their bare hands, while some Venezuelan military and police personnel are looting, blocking aid and co-opting donations. Local people and national and international rescue teams continue to search for survivors after the back-to-back quakes killed almost 2,000 people, injured more than 10,000, and left tens of thousands missing. Also Read: India directs Meta to halt WhatsApp usernames feature until consultations are complete A three-year-old boy was pulled alive from the rubble of a building in La Guaira on Tuesday, but since hopes of finding more survivors are fading. Hundreds of volunteers were still streaming into La Guaira, the disaster’s ground zero, on Wednesday to help in rescue efforts. Volunteers said they still had hope that more survivors could be found as miracles happen and some people can survive 10 days. They were shifting rubble and listening intently for any sounds of life. Meanwhile, senior government officials blamed misinformation for the growing civilian anger and ⁠reports of military personnel’s involvement in looting. They urged the people to ignore “manipulation strategies on social networks” and instead rely on official information. But some of the volunteer rescuers say they see little evidence of the authorities rushing to help, a week after the disaster hit.

Public anger is rising over the slow pace of the rescue efforts by the government and over the conduct of some members of the military and police. Volunteers said they are doing their best to locate survivors even though they just have shovels and ropes, while military and police are looting.

Four Venezuelan police officers arrested for alleged looting from rubble, face sacking

Satellite imagery released by NASA has revealed the staggering scale of destruction caused by Venezuela's twin earthquakes. Using radar data from the European Space Agency's Sentinel-1 satellite, researchers estimate that approximately 58,870 buildings were damaged or destroyed. Pics below.

Satellite images reveal scale of Venezuela earthquake devastation; nearly 59,000 buildings damaged - NASA releases data

The death toll from the powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela five days ago has risen to at least 1,719, National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez said on Monday.Rodriguez said 5,034 people were injured in the earthquakes, while tens of thousands remain missing.&nbsp;The twin earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude, struck on Wednesday evening and were also felt in neighbouring Colombia. They were the deadliest earthquakes to hit Venezuela in more than a century.&nbsp;A magnitude 4.6 aftershock struck shortly after 7 am local time on Monday, according to the US Geological Survey, raising fresh concerns over the safety of hundreds of buildings already weakened by the earlier tremors.&nbsp;Interim President Delcy Rodriguez said 24 countries have sent 521 tonnes of relief supplies, including 86 canine units trained to locate survivors trapped under debris and more than 2,700 search and rescue personnel.&nbsp;The United States also doubled its assistance on Monday, increasing its aid commitment from $150 million to $300 million.&nbsp;Authorities said 774 buildings suffered severe damage in the earthquakes, including 189 structures that completely collapsed.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/desperate-acts-of-violence-india-strongly-condemns-pakistan-air-strikes-on-afghanistan-killing-civilians-1782764622490">'Desperate acts of violence': India strongly condemns Pakistan air strikes on Afghanistan killing civilians</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, the United Nations announced it will provide 10,000 body bags to Venezuela amid fears that the number of deaths could continue to rise, although officials expressed hope that the final toll would remain below that figure.&nbsp;The twin earthquakes flattened entire neighbourhoods in the coastal state of La Guaira, leaving more than 1,700 people dead and tens of thousands still unaccounted for.&nbsp;Gianluca Rampolla del Tindaro, the UN coordinator for Venezuela, said the number of victims is expected to rise beyond the current official count.&nbsp;"I can give you a proxy indicator. We are procuring, and this is something that has been agreed with the authorities here, 10,000 body bags," Rampolla del Tindaro told a virtual news conference.&nbsp;"That is somehow applying an assumption, and it's very sad, and we truly hope that actually the number is going to be smaller than that," he said.&nbsp;Rampolla del Tindaro also praised the international response, saying 27 countries have deployed more than 2,000 rescuers and personnel along with over 160 search dogs.&nbsp;He said those teams rescued seven people from the rubble on Sunday, four days after the earthquakes struck Venezuela.

The UN will provide 10,000 body bags to Venezuela as fears grow that the death toll from the twin earthquakes, which flattened neighbourhoods in La Guaira and killed more than 1,700 people, could continue to rise.

The death toll from the powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela five days ago has risen to at least 1,719, National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez said on Monday. Rodriguez said 5,034 people were injured in the earthquakes, while tens of thousands remain missing. The twin earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude, struck on Wednesday evening and were also felt in neighbouring Colombia. They were the deadliest earthquakes to hit Venezuela in more than a century. A magnitude 4.6 aftershock struck shortly after 7 am local time on Monday, according to the US Geological Survey, raising fresh concerns over the safety of hundreds of buildings already weakened by the earlier tremors. Interim President Delcy Rodriguez said 24 countries have sent 521 tonnes of relief supplies, including 86 canine units trained to locate survivors trapped under debris and more than 2,700 search and rescue personnel. The United States also doubled its assistance on Monday, increasing its aid commitment from $150 million to $300 million. Authorities said 774 buildings suffered severe damage in the earthquakes, including 189 structures that completely collapsed. Also Read: 'Desperate acts of violence': India strongly condemns Pakistan air strikes on Afghanistan killing civilians Meanwhile, the United Nations announced it will provide 10,000 body bags to Venezuela amid fears that the number of deaths could continue to rise, although officials expressed hope that the final toll would remain below that figure. The twin earthquakes flattened entire neighbourhoods in the coastal state of La Guaira, leaving more than 1,700 people dead and tens of thousands still unaccounted for. Gianluca Rampolla del Tindaro, the UN coordinator for Venezuela, said the number of victims is expected to rise beyond the current official count. "I can give you a proxy indicator. We are procuring, and this is something that has been agreed with the authorities here, 10,000 body bags," Rampolla del Tindaro told a virtual news conference. "That is somehow applying an assumption, and it's very sad, and we truly hope that actually the number is going to be smaller than that," he said. Rampolla del Tindaro also praised the international response, saying 27 countries have deployed more than 2,000 rescuers and personnel along with over 160 search dogs. He said those teams rescued seven people from the rubble on Sunday, four days after the earthquakes struck Venezuela.

The UN will provide 10,000 body bags to Venezuela as fears grow that the death toll from the twin earthquakes, which flattened neighbourhoods in La Guaira and killed more than 1,700 people, could continue to rise.

Venezuela earthquake death toll climbs to 1,719; UN to deliver 10,000 body bags

The death toll from the twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on Wednesday (June 24) has risen to 1,430, with several countries confirming that their citizens were among those killed. Authorities in multiple nations have also reported missing nationals as search and rescue operations continue in the disaster-hit areas.&nbsp;Here is what is known so far about the foreign victims:<h2>Portugal</h2>Portugal has reported the highest number of foreign casualties. The country’s foreign ministry said 28 Portuguese nationals or people of Portuguese descent were killed in the earthquakes. It also confirmed that 85 people remain missing, revising its earlier estimates.<h2>China</h2>Seven Chinese nationals died in the disaster, according to China’s state broadcaster CCTV, which cited figures from the Chinese embassy in Caracas. The embassy also issued an advisory on its official WeChat account, urging Chinese citizens in Venezuela to remain alert for aftershocks and other possible secondary disasters.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-defence-companies-sold-military-systems-to-qatar-saudi-arabia-despite-no-diplomatic-ties-report-1782663509488">Israeli defence companies sold military systems to Qatar, Saudi Arabia despite no diplomatic ties: Report</a><h2>Spain</h2>Spain’s foreign ministry said at least nine Spanish nationals were killed in the earthquakes. It added that 152 people are still missing, while 14 others have been rescued from beneath collapsed buildings. According to official figures, around 147,000 Spanish nationals were living in Venezuela as of January 1.<h2>Brazil</h2>Brazil confirmed the deaths of two of its citizens — a man and a woman. The foreign ministry said it was providing consular assistance to their families. Brazil shares a long border with Venezuela, and authorities have been monitoring the impact of the disaster closely.<h2>Chile</h2>Chile’s foreign ministry said one Chilean national died in the earthquakes. It added that officials were providing the victim’s family with assistance, guidance and support. Chile is home to one of the largest Venezuelan diaspora communities in South America.<h2>Italy</h2>Italy confirmed the death of a dual Italian-Venezuelan citizen. The man, believed to be in his mid-50s and born in Caracas, died when a building collapsed in La Guaira, one of the worst-hit regions.Italy estimates that around 170,000 Italian passport holders live in Venezuela.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-going-through-difficult-period-but-will-overcome-challenges-says-putin-details-inside-1782661227896">‘Russia going through difficult period but will overcome challenges,’ says Putin. Details inside</a><h2>Uruguay</h2>Uruguay’s foreign affairs ministry confirmed that one of its citizens, who had lived in Venezuela for many years, was among those killed. The ministry said the man’s wife and eldest daughter also lost their lives in the disaster. Rescue efforts are continuing across Venezuela, with authorities warning that the number of casualties could rise as emergency teams search through the rubble.

The death toll from Venezuela’s twin earthquakes has reached 1,430, with multiple countries confirming casualties and missing citizens, including Portugal, Spain, China, Brazil, Italy, Chile, and Uruguay.

The death toll from the twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on Wednesday (June 24) has risen to 1,430, with several countries confirming that their citizens were among those killed. Authorities in multiple nations have also reported missing nationals as search and rescue operations continue in the disaster-hit areas. Here is what is known so far about the foreign victims: Portugal Portugal has reported the highest number of foreign casualties. The country’s foreign ministry said 28 Portuguese nationals or people of Portuguese descent were killed in the earthquakes. It also confirmed that 85 people remain missing, revising its earlier estimates. China Seven Chinese nationals died in the disaster, according to China’s state broadcaster CCTV, which cited figures from the Chinese embassy in Caracas. The embassy also issued an advisory on its official WeChat account, urging Chinese citizens in Venezuela to remain alert for aftershocks and other possible secondary disasters. Also read: Israeli defence companies sold military systems to Qatar, Saudi Arabia despite no diplomatic ties: Report Spain Spain’s foreign ministry said at least nine Spanish nationals were killed in the earthquakes. It added that 152 people are still missing, while 14 others have been rescued from beneath collapsed buildings. According to official figures, around 147,000 Spanish nationals were living in Venezuela as of January 1. Brazil Brazil confirmed the deaths of two of its citizens — a man and a woman. The foreign ministry said it was providing consular assistance to their families. Brazil shares a long border with Venezuela, and authorities have been monitoring the impact of the disaster closely. Chile Chile’s foreign ministry said one Chilean national died in the earthquakes. It added that officials were providing the victim’s family with assistance, guidance and support. Chile is home to one of the largest Venezuelan diaspora communities in South America. Italy Italy confirmed the death of a dual Italian-Venezuelan citizen. The man, believed to be in his mid-50s and born in Caracas, died when a building collapsed in La Guaira, one of the worst-hit regions. Italy estimates that around 170,000 Italian passport holders live in Venezuela. Also read: ‘Russia going through difficult period but will overcome challenges,’ says Putin. Details inside Uruguay Uruguay’s foreign affairs ministry confirmed that one of its citizens, who had lived in Venezuela for many years, was among those killed. The ministry said the man’s wife and eldest daughter also lost their lives in the disaster. Rescue efforts are continuing across Venezuela, with authorities warning that the number of casualties could rise as emergency teams search through the rubble.

The death toll from Venezuela’s twin earthquakes has reached 1,430, with multiple countries confirming casualties and missing citizens, including Portugal, Spain, China, Brazil, Italy, Chile, and Uruguay.

What we know about foreign victims of Venezuela’s deadly earthquakes

More than 72 hours after the devastating twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on Wednesday (Jun 24), an American rescue team pulled out a nine-month-old baby and her mother from beneath the rubble, the US Department of State said on Saturday (Jun 27). This comes after the deadly quakes, magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, struck within a minute of each other, resulting in widespread destruction.In a statement, the State Department spokesperson said, “This heroic rescue was carried out in Catia La Mar by the Fairfax County Urban Search and Rescue team (USA-01), which deployed to Venezuela on June 26 following activation by the State Department.”According to the US officials, both the infant and the mother escaped with only minor injuries despite remaining trapped under the rubble for more than 72 hours. The video of the rescue was shared on social media by the US State Department.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Against impossible odds, hope endures. 🇺🇸 American search and rescue teams rescued an infant from beneath the rubble following the earthquake in Venezuela. Every life saved is a victory. <a href="https://t.co/PcFayXEqNP">pic.twitter.com/PcFayXEqNP</a>&mdash; Department of State (@StateDept) <a href="https://x.com/StateDept/status/2070998469553053742?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 27, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>18-day-old baby found alive</h2>In another “miracle” rescue, a newborn and her mother were found alive under the debris of an eight-storey apartment building after it collapsed near La Guaira. Dayana Patiño and her 18-day-old son were stuck under rubble for 32 hours, without being able to breastfeed as they were unable to move. Volunteers searching the area heard the baby’s cries and the mother’s calls for help nearly 12 hours after they began looking for them, despite fears that both had died. Guided by emergency responders, volunteers cleared a path through the wreckage, rescuing the baby first before safely bringing out Patiño. Both were transferred to a clinic in Caracas and did not suffer any fractures.Merly Adreina Quintero, one of the volunteers, told NBC News, “She fought to keep her baby safe. It was a miracle because neither the mother nor the baby suffered any fractures.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">An 18 day old baby rescued from the earthquake rubble in Venezuela is handed back to the Father. Notice the joy and love on everyone’s face especially the Father… can you imagine how he feels right now? <a href="https://t.co/LLOUiHWm37">pic.twitter.com/LLOUiHWm37</a>&mdash; Leah Rain ✝️🇺🇸🎸🏝️ (@LeahRain77) <a href="https://x.com/LeahRain77/status/2070649869757243699?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 26, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Rescue operations continue</h2>The rescues come as emergency teams continue searching for survivors after twin earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude struck Venezuela’s northern coast on Wednesday. The death toll in the disaster has reached 1,430, with tens of thousands reported missing. Authorities expect the number to rise further as thousands were injured and more than 68,900 were missing.International rescue efforts have intensified, with 17 flights carrying over 1,600 rescue personnel arriving in Venezuela. Urban Search and Rescue teams from Virginia, California and Florida have deployed 312 specialists, including firefighters, doctors, engineers and canine units, along with more than 200,000 pounds of rescue equipment. The United States has also pledged $150 million in emergency assistance to support relief and recovery operations.

US rescuers pulled a baby and mother alive from Venezuela quake rubble after 72 hours. Another 18-day-old infant was also found alive as death toll rose to 1,430.

More than 72 hours after the devastating twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela on Wednesday (Jun 24), an American rescue team pulled out a nine-month-old baby and her mother from beneath the rubble, the US Department of State said on Saturday (Jun 27). This comes after the deadly quakes, magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, struck within a minute of each other, resulting in widespread destruction. In a statement, the State Department spokesperson said, “This heroic rescue was carried out in Catia La Mar by the Fairfax County Urban Search and Rescue team (USA-01), which deployed to Venezuela on June 26 following activation by the State Department.” According to the US officials, both the infant and the mother escaped with only minor injuries despite remaining trapped under the rubble for more than 72 hours. The video of the rescue was shared on social media by the US State Department.

US rescuers pulled a baby and mother alive from Venezuela quake rubble after 72 hours. Another 18-day-old infant was also found alive as the death toll rose to 1,430.

Venezuela earthquake: US teams rescue infant after 72 hours; newborn found alive | VIDEO

The death toll from Venezuela's twin earthquakes climbed to 1,430 on Saturday as millions of people continued to face shortages of sanitation facilities and other essential services. With public anger mounting over the response of local authorities, US backed interim Venezuelan leader Delcy Rodriguez said the country was not alone.&nbsp;The United States said one runway at Simon Bolivar International Airport had resumed operations, allowing C-17 military aircraft to land. A US naval ship had also reached the Venezuelan coast with additional assistance.&nbsp;The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs said search and rescue teams from at least 17 countries were being deployed to help locate survivors.&nbsp;The United Nations' migration agency assessed available population and damage data and estimated that "up to 6.76 million people could be affected," and would "require emergency shelter, safe water, sanitation and hygiene services, healthcare, protection support and essential relief items."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-cabinet-split-on-lebanon-deal-netanyahu-calls-it-historic-ben-gvir-a-big-mistake-1782588406399">Israeli cabinet split on Lebanon deal; Netanyahu calls it 'historic', Ben Gvir 'big mistake'</a><h2>UN estimates damage at $6.7 billion</h2>The United Nations also estimated on Saturday that the twin earthquakes caused physical damage worth $6.7 billion, equivalent to about six per cent of Venezuela's gross domestic product.&nbsp;According to the UN Development Programme, the preliminary estimate is based on seismic modelling, satellite imagery and population data. It includes losses to assets such as housing, but does not account for wider economic disruption caused by Wednesday's disaster.&nbsp;UNDP said the back-to-back earthquakes struck major population and economic centres along Venezuela's northern coast, including Caracas and the states of La Guaira, Carabobo, Miranda, Yaracuy and Aragua.&nbsp;"Direct physical damage is estimated at $6.7 billion (range of $4.7 billion to $8.7 billion), driven by losses to housing and economic assets," the statement said.&nbsp;"This does not include infrastructure damage, wider economic disruption and longer-term reconstruction costs," it said, adding that the total economic impact could be between 1.5 and three times the cost of direct damage.

Another magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck off Venezuela's northern coast on Friday, days after twin powerful quakes triggered one of the country's worst natural disasters in decades.

The death toll from Venezuela's twin earthquakes climbed to 1,430 on Saturday as millions of people continued to face shortages of sanitation facilities and other essential services. With public anger mounting over the response of local authorities, US backed interim Venezuelan leader Delcy Rodriguez said the country was not alone. The United States said one runway at Simon Bolivar International Airport had resumed operations, allowing C-17 military aircraft to land. A US naval ship had also reached the Venezuelan coast with additional assistance. The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs said search and rescue teams from at least 17 countries were being deployed to help locate survivors. The United Nations' migration agency assessed available population and damage data and estimated that "up to 6.76 million people could be affected," and would "require emergency shelter, safe water, sanitation and hygiene services, healthcare, protection support and essential relief items." Also Read: Israeli cabinet split on Lebanon deal; Netanyahu calls it 'historic', Ben Gvir 'big mistake' UN estimates damage at $6.7 billion The United Nations also estimated on Saturday that the twin earthquakes caused physical damage worth $6.7 billion, equivalent to about six per cent of Venezuela's gross domestic product. According to the UN Development Programme, the preliminary estimate is based on seismic modelling, satellite imagery and population data. It includes losses to assets such as housing, but does not account for wider economic disruption caused by Wednesday's disaster. UNDP said the back-to-back earthquakes struck major population and economic centres along Venezuela's northern coast, including Caracas and the states of La Guaira, Carabobo, Miranda, Yaracuy and Aragua. "Direct physical damage is estimated at $6.7 billion (range of $4.7 billion to $8.7 billion), driven by losses to housing and economic assets," the statement said. "This does not include infrastructure damage, wider economic disruption and longer-term reconstruction costs," it said, adding that the total economic impact could be between 1.5 and three times the cost of direct damage.

Another magnitude 4.7 earthquake struck off Venezuela's northern coast on Friday, days after twin powerful quakes triggered one of the country's worst natural disasters in decades.

Death toll in Venezuela quake climbs above 1,400 as UN estimates damage at 6% of GDP

A new earthquake measuring 4.7 magnitude struck off the northern coast of Venezuela on Friday (Jun 26), just days after two powerful 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude quakes left the South American country facing one of its worst natural disasters in decades. The latest tremor was recorded 61 kilometres northwest of Maracay, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. Reuters, citing local witnesses, reported that the shaking was felt in both Maracay and Caracas.

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The fresh quake comes as Venezuela continues to reel from the twin earthquakes that struck on Wednesday evening. Those quakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5, caused widespread destruction, flattened buildings in coastal and urban areas and overwhelmed rescue efforts across the country.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/venezuela-catastrophic-twin-earthquakes-death-toll-climbs-to-235-frantic-rescue-efforts-continue-as-aid-starts-flowing-in-1782437012174">Venezuela twin earthquakes: Death toll climbs to 235; frantic rescue efforts continue as aid starts flowing in</a><h2>Death toll continues to climb</h2>According to the latest figures, the death toll has reached at least 920, with the number expected to rise further as emergency teams continue searching through the rubble. Thousands more have been injured, and more than 50,000 people are still missing, according to Venezuelan authorities.<h2>Rescue efforts continue</h2>The hardest-hit area has been the coastal state of La Guaira, near the capital Caracas, where entire residential blocks collapsed. In one housing complex made up of four tall apartment buildings, much of the structure was reduced to rubble.Rescue teams on the ground said the scale of the destruction has made the search for survivors extremely difficult."Unfortunately, the collapse is total, and there is little chance of finding survivors," said rescue team leader Nadiomar Polanco, adding that efforts were now focused on recovering bodies from the site.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dying-in-detention-deaths-in-ice-custody-up-by-140-under-trump-human-rights-watch-reveals-shocking-data-1782459867748">'Dying in Detention': Deaths in ICE custody up by 140% under Trump, Human Rights Watch reveals SHOCKING data</a>In several neighbourhoods, families, volunteers, and neighbours continued to dig through debris by hand, often without heavy machinery or enough official support. Some residents said they had not seen government assistance in the worst-hit areas.<h2>Global community steps up to help</h2>International aid has begun to arrive. Rescue teams from Spain, El Salvador, Switzerland, Colombia and Mexico are already on the ground, while the United States has announced a disaster response package involving more than 250 personnel, including search-and-rescue units with trained dogs.The United Nations has warned that the crisis could deepen further if relief does not reach isolated communities quickly. "The international community must not allow this emergency to deepen into a larger human tragedy." Aid agencies said the scale of destruction, combined with Venezuela's weakened health system and economic collapse, has created a severe humanitarian emergency.

A fresh 4.9-magnitude earthquake has struck northern Venezuela just days after twin powerful quakes devastated the country. With the death toll now at 920 and more than 50,000 people reportedly missing, rescuers are racing against time amid fears of more aftershocks.

A new earthquake measuring 4.7 magnitude struck off the northern coast of Venezuela on Friday (Jun 26), just days after two powerful 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude quakes left the South American country facing one of its worst natural disasters in decades. The latest tremor was recorded 61 kilometres northwest of Maracay, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. Reuters, citing local witnesses, reported that the shaking was felt in both Maracay and Caracas.

A fresh 4.7-magnitude earthquake has struck northern Venezuela just days after twin powerful quakes devastated the country. With the death toll now at 920 and more than 50,000 people reportedly missing, rescuers are racing against time amid fears of more aftershocks.

Fresh 4.7 magnitude quake hits northern Venezuela as death toll from deadly tremors climbs to 920

Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez said on Friday that the death toll from the devastating earthquakes in the country has risen to 589, while 2,980 people have been injured. She also announced the militarisation of La Guaira, the worst-affected province.&nbsp;“We are going to rescue the people who are trapped,” she said, adding, “We are working tirelessly on this task.”&nbsp;Rodríguez said dozens of people have been rescued alive. “It brings us joy that they can embrace their families and loved ones,” she said.“There have been 214 aftershocks so far. This demonstrates and reflects the seismic activity in our territory,” she said, adding that the worst-hit state of La Guaira will be “militarised” to help the emergency response.&nbsp;Rodriguez thanked countries for their assistance, saying foreign rescue teams had been deployed across different affected regions.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-pledges-stronger-backing-for-bangladesh-s-brics-sco-ambitions-as-trade-and-connectivity-top-agenda-1782478384233">China pledges stronger backing for Bangladesh’s BRICS, SCO ambitions as trade and connectivity top agenda</a><h2>Govt website lists 50,000 as missing</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, authorities warned that hundreds of people remain trapped or missing. A government website set up to report missing persons had listed around 50,000 unaccounted-for individuals by Friday morning.The 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes struck around 160 kilometres west of Caracas on Wednesday evening during a public holiday. The US Geological Survey has estimated that the death toll could exceed 10,000.Before this disaster, the deadliest earthquake struck Venezuela in 1967, claiming 240 lives.&nbsp;La Guaira, the coastal region north of Caracas, was the worst affected by Wednesday’s twin earthquakes and has been declared a “disaster zone”, with at least 100 buildings collapsed, including high-rise apartment blocks.Residents continued searching for survivors with their bare hands and basic tools amid complaints about the lack of heavy rescue equipment.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/zero-tolerance-for-any-attempt-to-exploit-sanatan-faith-of-devotees-says-cm-yogi-after-arrests-in-ram-temple-donation-theft-case-1782473006937">‘Zero tolerance for any attempt to exploit Sanatan, faith of devotees,’ says CM Yogi after arrests in Ram temple donation theft case</a>&nbsp;The UN said international search and rescue teams from at least 17 countries are travelling to Venezuela to help look for survivors.&nbsp;<h2>Foreign aid, support pour for rescue and relief</h2>&nbsp;International rescue teams started arriving late Thursday. The Dominican Republic was the first to deploy personnel to La Guaira, while Mexico sent 250 rescuers, El Salvador 188, Spain nearly 100, and Colombia dispatched a 63-member rescue team. Switzerland and Germany have also sent rescue crews with search dogs and specialised equipment.&nbsp;The disaster has struck Venezuela, which is already weakened by years of economic crisis, political instability and deteriorating infrastructure.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/oil-prices-drop-to-pre-war-level-as-oman-affirms-no-transit-fees-for-crossing-hormuz-1782395148857">Oil prices drop to pre-war level as Oman affirms no transit fees for crossing Hormuz</a>&nbsp;The United Nations' migration agency estimates that nearly seven million people could be affected and has begun supplying emergency shelters and relief materials.The Caracas Stock Exchange remained closed after being converted into an aid collection centre.Despite the widespread destruction, foreign energy companies said operations in Venezuela’s vital oil sector had not suffered major disruptions, with key infrastructure largely spared.&nbsp;<h2>US temporarily lifts sanctions on Venezuela</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, the US Treasury Department has temporarily removed sanctions on Venezuela. This will enable the Venezuelan government to make temporary transactions for earthquake relief, which would not be possible otherwise due to economic sanctions in place.This exemption will be in place until 23 October, said the New York Times report.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/amazon-ceo-meets-pm-modi-says-e-com-giant-to-invest-48bn-in-india-by-2030-expand-ai-cloud-infra-1782387595374">Amazon CEO meets PM Modi, says e-com giant to invest $48bn in India by 2030, expand AI, cloud infra</a>&nbsp;The United States announced $150 million in earthquake assistance after temporarily easing sanctions to facilitate humanitarian aid. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington would deploy rescue teams, while the Pentagon would help support operations at Caracas’ damaged airport.

A website of the Venezuelan government set up to report missing persons had listed around 50,000 unaccounted-for individuals by Friday morning. The US Geological Survey has estimated that the death toll could exceed 10,000.

Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez said on Friday that the death toll from the devastating earthquakes in the country has risen to 589, while 2,980 people have been injured. She also announced the militarisation of La Guaira, the worst-affected province. “We are going to rescue the people who are trapped,” she said, adding, “We are working tirelessly on this task.” Rodríguez said dozens of people have been rescued alive. “It brings us joy that they can embrace their families and loved ones,” she said. “There have been 214 aftershocks so far. This demonstrates and reflects the seismic activity in our territory,” she said, adding that the worst-hit state of La Guaira will be “militarised” to help the emergency response. Rodriguez thanked countries for their assistance, saying foreign rescue teams had been deployed across different affected regions. Also Read: China pledges stronger backing for Bangladesh’s BRICS, SCO ambitions as trade and connectivity top agenda Govt website lists 50,000 as missing Meanwhile, authorities warned that hundreds of people remain trapped or missing. A government website set up to report missing persons had listed around 50,000 unaccounted-for individuals by Friday morning. The 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude earthquakes struck around 160 kilometres west of Caracas on Wednesday evening during a public holiday. The US Geological Survey has estimated that the death toll could exceed 10,000. Before this disaster, the deadliest earthquake struck Venezuela in 1967, claiming 240 lives. La Guaira, the coastal region north of Caracas, was the worst affected by Wednesday’s twin earthquakes and has been declared a “disaster zone”, with at least 100 buildings collapsed, including high-rise apartment blocks. Residents continued searching for survivors with their bare hands and basic tools amid complaints about the lack of heavy rescue equipment. Also Read: ‘Zero tolerance for any attempt to exploit Sanatan, faith of devotees,’ says CM Yogi after arrests in Ram temple donation theft case The UN said international search and rescue teams from at least 17 countries are travelling to Venezuela to help look for survivors. Foreign aid, support pour for rescue and relief International rescue teams started arriving late Thursday. The Dominican Republic was the first to deploy personnel to La Guaira, while Mexico sent 250 rescuers, El Salvador 188, Spain nearly 100, and Colombia dispatched a 63-member rescue team. Switzerland and Germany have also sent rescue crews with search dogs and specialised equipment. The disaster has struck Venezuela, which is already weakened by years of economic crisis, political instability and deteriorating infrastructure. Also Read: Oil prices drop to pre-war level as Oman affirms no transit fees for crossing Hormuz The United Nations' migration agency estimates that nearly seven million people could be affected and has begun supplying emergency shelters and relief materials. The Caracas Stock Exchange remained closed after being converted into an aid collection centre. Despite the widespread destruction, foreign energy companies said operations in Venezuela’s vital oil sector had not suffered major disruptions, with key infrastructure largely spared. US temporarily lifts sanctions on Venezuela Meanwhile, the US Treasury Department has temporarily removed sanctions on Venezuela. This will enable the Venezuelan government to make temporary transactions for earthquake relief, which would not be possible otherwise due to economic sanctions in place. This exemption will be in place until 23 October, said the New York Times report. Also Read: Amazon CEO meets PM Modi, says e-com giant to invest $48bn in India by 2030, expand AI, cloud infra The United States announced $150 million in earthquake assistance after temporarily easing sanctions to facilitate humanitarian aid. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington would deploy rescue teams, while the Pentagon would help support operations at Caracas’ damaged airport.

A website of the Venezuelan government set up to report missing persons had listed around 50,000 unaccounted-for individuals by Friday morning. The US Geological Survey has estimated that the death toll could exceed 10,000.

Venezuela twin quakes toll climbs to 589, thousands missing; US temporarily lifts sanctions on Caracas

The death toll from the powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela has risen to 235, with more than 1,500 people injured, the health ministry said in a statement on Thursday (Jun 25) evening, as rescue teams continue to search through collapsed buildings and damaged neighbourhoods. Officials said at least one Italian citizen and one Portuguese citizen were among the dead.The back-to-back quakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude, hit near Venezuela's Caribbean coast on Wednesday (Jun 24), causing widespread destruction, damaging the country's main airport and triggering fears of a much larger humanitarian crisis.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/why-is-venezuela-frequently-hit-by-devastating-earthquakes-wion-decodes-reason-behind-major-seismic-events-1782392565819">Why is Venezuela frequently hit by devastating earthquakes? WION Decodes reasons</a><h2>'Catastrophic' situation</h2>Nicole Kast, Venezuela director of the International Rescue Committee, described the situation as "catastrophic", underscoring the scale of the damage on the ground. The 7.5-magnitude earthquake was the strongest quake to hit the country in more than a century. Its scale can be compared to a 7.7-magnitude tremor which struck the nation on October 29, 1900.The powerful quake has disrupted relief efforts, suggest reports. The airport in La Guaira, one of the main entry points for emergency aid, has been shut after suffering serious damage, complicating the movement of rescue teams and supplies.Scenes of panic were also reported in the capital, Caracas, where many residents spent the night sleeping on the streets or inside their cars after repeated tremors rattled the city.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/5-5-magnitude-earthquake-strikes-chile-after-deadly-twin-quakes-in-venezuela-1782390278363">5.5-magnitude earthquake strikes Chile after deadly twin quakes in Venezuela</a><h2>Colombia, Brazil left shaken by quake that devastated Venezuela</h2>The quake, as per reports, was felt beyond Venezuela's borders. In Colombia, people in Bogota evacuated buildings as a precaution, while tremors were also reported in parts of northern Brazil, according to seismic monitoring agencies.Global community steps up: International aid arrivesThe strongest quake to hit Venezuela in 126 years will require "massive collective efforts," said UN aid chief Tom Fletcher, in a statement.Reports suggest that international assistance has already begun to flow in. Pope Leo XIV has sent an initial 100,000 euros in aid to the disaster-struck nation. Meanwhile, Switzerland, Spain, France, Portugal and Mexico have sent rescue specialists and emergency support, while China, India, Brazil and Iran have also offered assistance.The United States said it was mobilising 150 million dollars in assistance. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington was preparing a broad response. "We have a whole-of-government response. It'll be big, it'll be fast, and it'll be effective," Rubio said.The United Nations has also pledged support. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said he was "deeply saddened" by the disaster.Venezuela lies on a major tectonic boundary between the Caribbean and South American plates, but the country has not seen a quake of this scale in decades. The last significant disaster of this kind was in 1997, when a 6.9 magnitude quake killed 73 people. Wednesday's quake is the most powerful recorded in the country since 1900.

The death toll from Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes has climbed to 235, with more than 1,500 people injured, as rescue teams continue searching through rubble and damaged neighbourhoods. The disaster is the country's strongest earthquake in more than a century.

The death toll from the powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela has risen to 235, with more than 1,500 people injured, the health ministry said in a statement on Thursday (Jun 25) evening, as rescue teams continue to search through collapsed buildings and damaged neighbourhoods. Officials said at least one Italian citizen and one Portuguese citizen were among the dead. The back-to-back quakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude, hit near Venezuela's Caribbean coast on Wednesday (Jun 24), causing widespread destruction, damaging the country's main airport and triggering fears of a much larger humanitarian crisis. Also read | Why is Venezuela frequently hit by devastating earthquakes? WION Decodes reasons 'Catastrophic' situation Nicole Kast, Venezuela director of the International Rescue Committee, described the situation as "catastrophic", underscoring the scale of the damage on the ground. The 7.5-magnitude earthquake was the strongest quake to hit the country in more than a century. Its scale can be compared to a 7.7-magnitude tremor which struck the nation on October 29, 1900. The powerful quake has disrupted relief efforts, suggest reports. The airport in La Guaira, one of the main entry points for emergency aid, has been shut after suffering serious damage, complicating the movement of rescue teams and supplies. Scenes of panic were also reported in the capital, Caracas, where many residents spent the night sleeping on the streets or inside their cars after repeated tremors rattled the city. Also read | 5.5-magnitude earthquake strikes Chile after deadly twin quakes in Venezuela Colombia, Brazil left shaken by quake that devastated Venezuela The quake, as per reports, was felt beyond Venezuela's borders. In Colombia, people in Bogota evacuated buildings as a precaution, while tremors were also reported in parts of northern Brazil, according to seismic monitoring agencies. Global community steps up: International aid arrives The strongest quake to hit Venezuela in 126 years will require "massive collective efforts," said UN aid chief Tom Fletcher, in a statement. Reports suggest that international assistance has already begun to flow in. Pope Leo XIV has sent an initial 100,000 euros in aid to the disaster-struck nation. Meanwhile, Switzerland, Spain, France, Portugal and Mexico have sent rescue specialists and emergency support, while China, India, Brazil and Iran have also offered assistance. The United States said it was mobilising 150 million dollars in assistance. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington was preparing a broad response. "We have a whole-of-government response. It'll be big, it'll be fast, and it'll be effective," Rubio said. The United Nations has also pledged support. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said he was "deeply saddened" by the disaster. Venezuela lies on a major tectonic boundary between the Caribbean and South American plates, but the country has not seen a quake of this scale in decades. The last significant disaster of this kind was in 1997, when a 6.9 magnitude quake killed 73 people. Wednesday's quake is the most powerful recorded in the country since 1900.

The death toll from Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes has climbed to 235, with more than 1,500 people injured, as rescue teams continue searching through rubble and damaged neighbourhoods. The disaster is the country's strongest earthquake in more than a century.

Venezuela twin earthquakes: Death toll climbs to 235; frantic rescue efforts continue as aid starts flowing in

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