Venezuela earthquake death toll shows continued discrepancies, rising to 920 in latest report

Casualty figures from the powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 continue to show significant discrepancies as new reports emerge, with the latest official count reaching 920 fatalities.
Casualty figures from the powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela on June 24 continue to show significant discrepancies as new reports emerge. Acting President Delcy Rodríguez initially reported at least 164 fatalities and approximately 1,000 injuries. Health Minister Carlos Alvarado later stated a higher count of 235 deaths and around 4,300 injured. Most recently, National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez announced that the death toll had risen to at least 920. The tremors, measured at magnitudes 7.2 and 7.5, caused extensive structural damage in the capital, Caracas, and led to the closure of the nation's main airport. Search and rescue operations persist in affected regions, with aftershocks still being felt.
Sources: Українська правда, 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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Earlier coverage
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- Jun 25, 2026, 01:30 PM UTCVenezuela earthquake death toll updated to 164
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