{"id":234265,"date":"2026-06-26T17:49:13","date_gmt":"2026-06-26T17:49:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/live-venezuela-increases-death-toll-to-920-and-3360-injured-from-double-earthquake\/"},"modified":"2026-06-26T17:49:15","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T17:49:15","slug":"live-venezuela-increases-death-toll-to-920-and-3360-injured-from-double-earthquake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/live-venezuela-increases-death-toll-to-920-and-3360-injured-from-double-earthquake\/","title":{"rendered":"LIVE | Venezuela Increases Death Toll to 920 and 3,360 Injured from Double Earthquake"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div>\n<h2 class=\"article-subheadline text-align-center article-subheadline-live-blogging\">The president of Parliament, Jorge Rodr\u00edguez, also reported that there are about 170 people who are trapped in the rubble.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p>Venezuela is reeling from the aftermath of two powerful earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 that struck the nation on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. The latest reports from officials indicate that at least <strong>920 people have died<\/strong> and over <strong>3,360 have been injured<\/strong>. Rescue operations are ongoing as authorities assess the material losses caused by these catastrophic events.<\/p>\n<h2>Devastation and Response<\/h2>\n<p>The epicenter of the destruction lies in <strong>La Guaira<\/strong>, a region severely impacted, leading to the collapse of more than <strong>100 buildings<\/strong>. To aid in the rescue and recovery efforts, over <strong>100 pieces of heavy machinery<\/strong> have been deployed. Delcy Rodriguez, the acting president of Venezuela, has personally inspected the hardest-hit areas.<\/p>\n<p>The United States has announced military support for relief operations, following a formal request from Venezuelan authorities. Additionally, the U.S. Treasury Department has temporarily relaxed sanctions, facilitating humanitarian transactions aimed at aiding those affected.<\/p>\n<p>International aid has begun to flow into Venezuela, with medical supplies and equipment expected to arrive soon. Rescue teams from various countries are also mobilizing to assist in locating survivors while ensuring the safety of pets trapped under rubble in affected regions.<\/p>\n<h2>Personal Accounts of Loss<\/h2>\n<p>The human cost of this tragedy is becoming apparent through harrowing stories of loss and desperation. Many residents are actively searching for loved ones. One poignant tale involves a mother who is excavating through debris, frantically seeking her son among the ruins. Her heartbreaking efforts are mirrored by countless others in similar situations.<\/p>\n<h2>Power Outages Hampering Operations<\/h2>\n<p>Efforts to restore normalcy are being hampered by widespread power outages. A critical electrical transmission line failure in central Venezuela is delaying operations at major ports, refineries, and petrochemical plants. Efforts to return the <strong>El Palito refinery<\/strong> and the <strong>Mor\u00f3n Petrochemical Complex<\/strong> to service are reportedly stymied due to energy shortages. The ongoing blackouts complicate the transport of injured individuals as well as the distribution of essential supplies.<\/p>\n<h2>The Growing Toll and Missing Persons<\/h2>\n<p>The increasing death toll, now officially at <strong>920<\/strong>, reveals the dire situation in Venezuela. Authorities have also indicated that approximately <strong>172 individuals remain trapped<\/strong> beneath rubble. The UN has reported that over <strong>50,000 people are missing<\/strong>, escalating the complexity of rescue operations. The enormity of recovery work ahead cannot be overstated, with the risk that the casualties will rise significantly as search efforts continue.<\/p>\n<h2>Humanitarian Support from Abroad<\/h2>\n<p>Countries such as Colombia and Ecuador have dispatched humanitarian flights loaded with aid for the relief efforts. These teams have arrived at the <strong>Maiquetia Airport<\/strong>, which has been largely reserved for official communications due to the disaster, and are actively contributing to on-ground search and recovery missions.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>The aftermath of the earthquakes continues to devastate families across Venezuela, marked by tragedy and uncertainty. The country faces a long and challenging road to recovery, and the international community\u2019s aid is critical in these unprecedented times.<\/p>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/category\/general\/\" rel=\"dofollow\">General News &#8211; 2<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The president of Parliament, Jorge Rodr\u00edguez, also reported that there are about 170 people who are trapped in the rubble. Venezuela is reeling from the aftermath of two powerful earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 that struck the nation on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. 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