Venezuela earthquake death toll now at 5,208
The death toll from twin earthquakes in Venezuela has reached 5,208, with recovery efforts continuing 25 days after the disaster. Thousands remain homeless in makeshift camps as authorities manage the ongoing humanitarian crisis.
Why it matters
The scale of the disaster highlights a severe humanitarian and infrastructure crisis in the region.
CARACAS, Venezuela - The death toll from Venezuela's twin earthquakes last month has risen to 5,208, according to an updated official tally on Sunday.The number has increased by 89 since Saturday, 25 days after the June 24 disaster when powerful back-to-back earthquakes struck, most severely affecting La Guaira, a coastal state near the capital Caracas.The number of injured remains unchanged at 16,740, according to the president…
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