The death toll from the twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela in June has climbed to 6,125, according to the country’s National Assembly, making the disaster one of the deadliest in its recent history.
National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez announced the updated figure on Monday, more than a month after the powerful earthquakes ripped through several parts of the country, leaving widespread destruction in their wake.
The two earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude, struck on June 24, flattening buildings, destroying infrastructure and forcing thousands of families from their homes.
Authorities said nearly 200 buildings collapsed during the disaster, with the coastal state of La Guaira recording the worst damage.
In the days that followed, rescue workers and volunteers combed through piles of rubble in search of survivors, while emergency responders provided medical care, food and temporary shelter to those affected.
The latest casualty figure is significantly higher than earlier official estimates, underlining the true scale of the tragedy as search, rescue and recovery efforts continue.
Government agencies are still coordinating relief operations across the affected areas, while engineers inspect damaged buildings and critical infrastructure to determine whether they are safe.
Thousands of survivors remain in need of shelter, healthcare and other basic necessities, as the humanitarian situation continues to worsen.
Authorities say rescue and recovery operations are still ongoing as efforts continue to restore essential services and support displaced families struggling to rebuild their lives.
