Caracas, July 12, Brussels Morning Newspaper – The death toll from the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 4,490, according to the latest official figures released by authorities. Thousands of people remain displaced, while emergency teams continue recovery efforts across the country’s hardest-hit regions. Rescue crews have worked around the clock since the powerful twin earthquakes struck, causing widespread destruction to homes, hospitals, schools and critical infrastructure.
Rescue Operations Shift Toward Long-Term Recovery
Officials said more than 16,700 people were injured, and thousands of residents remain without permanent shelter. Search-and-rescue operations have gradually transitioned into humanitarian relief as authorities focus on providing food, clean water, temporary housing and medical care for affected families.
A government spokesperson said,
“Our priority remains supporting survivors and rebuilding communities affected by this unprecedented disaster.”
Communities Face Major Rebuilding Challenge
Entire neighborhoods suffered severe structural damage, leaving many families unable to return home. Engineers continue inspecting damaged buildings to determine which structures can be safely repaired. Local authorities are also working to restore electricity, transportation and healthcare services disrupted by the earthquakes.
Disaster response organizations have warned that rebuilding efforts could take months due to the scale of the destruction.
International Support Continues
International humanitarian agencies are coordinating with Venezuelan officials to deliver emergency supplies and assist displaced residents. Aid organizations say continued cooperation will be essential as recovery efforts move into the reconstruction phase.
The rising death toll highlights the immense human and economic cost of one of Venezuela’s deadliest natural disasters in recent years. Authorities are expected to release additional updates as damage assessments continue and recovery operations expand across affected communities.
