Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 1,450 as destruction spreads across country

Monday 29 June 2026 - 08:08

By: Azzat Manal

Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 1,450 as destruction spreads across country

The death toll from the devastating double earthquake that struck Venezuela has risen to 1,450, according to the president of the National Assembly, Jorge Rodriguez, as rescue operations continue in severely affected regions.

Officials also reported extensive structural damage across the country, with 774 buildings affected, including 189 structures that completely collapsed. The scale of destruction has made this one of the most severe natural disasters in Venezuela’s history.

Rodriguez described the tragedy as an unprecedented catastrophe, emphasizing the heavy human and material losses suffered across multiple cities. Emergency teams are still working in difficult conditions to search for survivors, clear debris, and assess the full extent of the damage.

According to United Nations estimates, around 50,000 people remain missing, raising fears that the final toll could increase further as recovery operations progress in the coming days.

The earthquakes have overwhelmed local infrastructure, forcing authorities to deploy additional rescue units and coordinate international assistance. Humanitarian organizations are also providing emergency support, including medical aid, shelter, and essential supplies for displaced families.

Experts warn that the combination of widespread building collapses and large numbers of missing persons indicates a prolonged humanitarian crisis. Reconstruction efforts are expected to take months, if not years, as the country struggles to recover from the disaster.

Authorities continue to urge caution in affected areas while rescue teams maintain 24-hour operations to locate survivors and support those impacted by the catastrophe.