Venezuela earthquake death toll exceeds 6,500, over 226,000 injured
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The death toll from the June 24 earthquake in Venezuela has risen to 6,509, National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez said. Medical assistance was provided to 226,696 injured people, and 6,462 people were rescued during search operations. More than 25,000 homes sustained significant damage.
Key Facts
- The death toll from the earthquake stands at 6,509, according to National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez.
- Medical assistance was provided to 226,696 injured people.
- Search operations rescued 6,462 people.
- More than 25,000 homes sustained significant damage.
- The earthquake struck on the evening of June 24, with two series of tremors of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 recorded about 40 seconds apart.
Casualty Figures
National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez reported that 6,509 people died in the earthquake. Medical assistance was provided to 226,696 injured people. Search operations rescued 6,462 people.
Damage Assessment
More than 25,000 homes sustained significant damage. The earthquake struck on the evening of June 24, with two series of tremors of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 recorded about 40 seconds apart.
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Venezuela earthquake death toll exceeds 6,500, over 226,000 injured
