The Venezuela earthquake death toll has risen to 3,535 as rescue and recovery operations continue across the country following the devastating twin earthquakes that struck on June 24. Officials said thousands of emergency workers remain engaged in search and relief efforts, while the disaster has left widespread destruction and displaced thousands of residents.
According to National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez, nearly 17,000 people were injured in the earthquakes, while around 6,500 survivors have been rescued since the disaster. He added that 17,854 people remain homeless, with approximately 18,000 others displaced as authorities continue to assess the full scale of the damage.
The twin earthquakes, measuring magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, caused severe destruction across several regions. Officials reported that more than 850 buildings sustained damage, while 190 structures completely collapsed. The disaster also disrupted operations at Venezuela’s main international airport, affecting commercial air travel.
Authorities continue to evaluate the impact of the catastrophe, while an opposition-backed assessment claims that more than 30,000 people are still unaccounted for. Search and rescue teams remain active in the hardest-hit communities, where emergency responders are working around the clock to locate survivors and recover victims.
Acting President Delcy Rodriguez inspected the damaged Maiquetia International Airport and directed officials to restore commercial flight operations through a parallel runway as soon as operational conditions allow. The government hopes the move will improve the delivery of humanitarian assistance and speed up recovery efforts.
Recovery operations have faced multiple challenges, particularly in La Guaira state, where residents have expressed concern over delays in rescue missions and fuel shortages that have slowed emergency response. Authorities say they are working to improve logistics and provide essential supplies to affected communities.
During the country’s Independence Day events, Venezuelan officials renewed calls for the lifting of international sanctions, arguing that greater access to global financing would help accelerate reconstruction. As recovery efforts continue, humanitarian agencies and local authorities remain focused on providing shelter, medical care and support for thousands of affected families.
