Venezuela earthquake death toll reaches 1,430 as international aid continues
The death toll from Venezuela's powerful earthquakes has climbed to at least 1,430, with 3,238 injured. International rescue teams continue urgent search operations as more aid flights are expected.
The death toll from the powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 has risen to at least 1,430, according to Jorge Rodríguez, head of the National Assembly. He also reported that at least 3,238 individuals sustained injuries. Search and rescue operations are continuing around the clock in the affected regions, with many people still unaccounted for. Venezuela has received substantial international assistance, welcoming over 1,600 foreign rescue personnel who arrived on 17 flights, with an additional 25 flights anticipated to deliver more teams. These international teams are actively engaged in the urgent search for survivors.
Sources: Українська правда, Громадське, Радіо Свобода
How outlets assessed this
- Українська правда Neutral Reported 164 fatalities and 971 injuries, citing international news agencies.
- Радіо Свобода Neutral Reported 32 fatalities and 700 injuries, based on Acting President Delcy Rodríguez's statement.
- Українська правда Neutral Reports 235 fatalities and over 4,000 injured from the earthquakes.
- Радіо Свобода Neutral States 164 deaths and nearly 1,000 injuries due to the seismic events.
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