Venezuela quake death toll rises to 1,450
Search and rescue operations remain underway, with more than 25,000 rescuers, military personnel, police officers, civil protection teams
CARACAS (MNTV) — The death toll from two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela last week has risen to 1,450, according to National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez.
In a televised address on Sunday, Rodriguez said more than 3,150 people have been injured, while 12,721 others have been displaced or otherwise affected by the disaster. He added that 774 buildings have collapsed.
Search and rescue operations remain underway, with more than 25,000 rescuers, military personnel, police officers, civil protection teams, Red Cross workers and volunteers deployed across the affected areas.
Rodriguez said 2,624 international rescue workers are also assisting relief efforts, supported by 137 search dogs and 49 specialized vehicles.
The updated figures mark an increase from Saturday’s toll, when authorities reported 1,430 deaths and 3,238 injuries.
According to the U.S. Geological Survey, two earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude struck Venezuela on Wednesday, just 39 seconds apart.
The stronger 7.5-magnitude quake hit 23 kilometers southeast of Yumare in Yaracuy state, while the 7.2-magnitude tremor struck about 24 kilometers northeast of San Felipe, also in Yaracuy state.
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