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Venezuela earthquake death toll reaches 6,301
The death toll from the June 24 twin earthquakes in Venezuela, which struck with magnitudes of 7.2 and 7.5, has risen to 6,301. The disaster heavily impacted the northern coast, particularly the state of La Guaira, causing the collapse of approximately 190 buildings.
Authorities have evaluated 53,314 homes, classifying 31,336 as habitable, 12,411 with restrictions, and 9,567 as high risk. The government has delivered 287 homes to displaced families, while 73,356 people have received hospital care. Debris removal efforts have processed over 483,525 tons of material.
The College of Engineers of Venezuela has called for an urgent update to national seismic-resistant building codes and urban planning. They proposed the creation of a National Seismic Commission to conduct forensic structural audits and provide scientific data for resilient reconstruction.
Health concerns remain high as medical experts warn that dust from debris in La Guaira may contain viruses, fungi, and metal particles, posing respiratory risks. Additionally, the World Bank estimates direct physical damages at $19.6 billion, warning that slow reconstruction could hinder long-term economic recovery.
Entities
Colegio de Ingenieros de Venezuela · College of Engineers of Venezuela · Delcy Rodríguez · Enzo Betancourt · Jorge Rodríguez · La Guaira · World Bank
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- [DISPUTED] Authorities have evaluated 53,314 homes, classifying 9,567 as high risk. www.diariodemallorca.es · caraotadigital.net · www.levante-emv.com · www.firmas.mx · elperiodicodemonagas.com.ve · +14 more
- [● 19 SOURCES] The government has delivered 287 homes to affected families. www.diariodemallorca.es · caraotadigital.net · www.levante-emv.com · www.firmas.mx · elperiodicodemonagas.com.ve · +14 more
- [● 6 SOURCES] Direct physical damages from the earthquakes are estimated at $19.6 billion. www.diariodemallorca.es · www.levante-emv.com · www.firmas.mx · noticiasaldiayalahora.co · www.sitiosespana.com · +1 more
- [DISPUTED] 73,356 people have received medical attention in hospitals. elnuevodiario.com.do · www.diariodemallorca.es · caraotadigital.net · www.levante-emv.com · www.firmas.mx · +17 more
- [● 24 SOURCES] The death toll from the June 24 earthquakes in Venezuela has reached 6,301. www.diariodemallorca.es · caraotadigital.net · www.levante-emv.com · www.firmas.mx · elperiodicodemonagas.com.ve · +19 more
- [● 11 SOURCES] The College of Engineers of Venezuela proposed creating a National Seismic Commission. www.diariodemallorca.es · www.levante-emv.com · www.firmas.mx · noticiasaldiayalahora.co · www.sitiosespana.com · +6 more
- [DISPUTED] 483,525.41 tons of debris have been removed. www.diariodemallorca.es · caraotadigital.net · www.levante-emv.com · www.firmas.mx · elperiodicodemonagas.com.ve · +8 more
- [● 2 SOURCES] Approximately 60,000 people were reported missing following the earthquakes. caraotadigital.net · www.europesays.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Earthquake-related infrastructure damage in central Venezuela caused a loss of 600 megawatts. lanoticiasv.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Debris dust in La Guaira may contain viruses, fungi, and metal structures, posing respiratory risks. 2001online.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Over 70 children and adolescents in Nueva Esparta underwent minor surgeries under the 'Venezuela Renace' plan. notiespartano.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The death toll from the June 24 double earthquake has reached 6,301. elnuevodiario.com.do