Venezuela earthquake death toll climbs to 4,118 after June 24 disaster
Synopsis
Venezuela's June 24 earthquakes have now killed 4,118 people — making it one of the deadliest seismic events in the country's history. With 1,171 aftershocks recorded, nearly 18,000 homeless, and aid pouring in from 28 nations, the scale of the crisis is still unfolding more than two weeks after the disaster struck.
Key Takeaways
The death toll from Venezuela's June 24 earthquakes has risen to 4,118 as of 11 July .
16,740 people have been injured and 6,462 rescued so far.
17,907 people are homeless after their homes were damaged or destroyed; 17,266 are sheltering in 89 temporary camps .
A total of 30,076 personnel , 29,843 volunteers , and 3,454 international rescuers are deployed nationwide.
Venezuela has recorded 1,171 aftershocks since the twin earthquakes.
Acting President Delcy Rodriguez thanked 28 countries for providing over 2,000 tonnes of humanitarian aid and declared seven days of national mourning .
The death toll from the June 24 earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 4,118, authorities confirmed on 11 July, as rescue crews continue clearing rubble across the hardest-hit regions. The figure underscores the scale of one of the deadliest seismic events in the country's recorded history.
Key Figures from the Latest Update
According to data released by Venezuelan National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez, the number of injured remains at 16,740, while 6,462 people have been rescued so far. A total of 86,794 families have received some form of assistance, and 17,266 people are currently sheltering across 89 temporary camps nationwide. An additional 17,907 people were left homeless after their homes were damaged or destroyed, with a separate official report also citing 17,345 displaced persons.
Massive Response Operation Under Way
Relief and recovery operations remain at full scale, with 30,076 personnel, 29,843 volunteers, and 3,454 international rescuers deployed across the country. Venezuela has recorded 1,171 aftershocks since the twin earthquakes struck on June 24, complicating search-and-rescue efforts and heightening anxiety among survivors already living in temporary shelters.
International Aid and Acting President's Remarks
Acting President Delcy Rodriguez expressed gratitude for humanitarian support received from 28 countries, after inspecting a collection centre in Caracas where more than 2,000 tonnes of international aid is being sorted for distribution to victims. 'Venezuela never tires of thanking the countries, the peoples of the world, and the governments of the world that have offered a helping hand,' Rodriguez said. She added that each contributing nation would be able to track how its aid is being used. 'The most important thing is to look to the future, how we are going to recover, how we are going to rebuild the affected areas,' she said.
National Mourning Declared
Rodriguez last week decreed seven days of national mourning in tribute to the victims, effective from 6:00 pm on the day of the announcement. 'In honour of the memory of the victims, I have decided to decree National Mourning for seven (7) days, starting at 6:00 p.m. today,' she wrote in a statement posted on social media. The declaration reflects the gravity of a disaster that has displaced tens of thousands and strained Venezuela's already fragile public infrastructure.
What Comes Next
Authorities have indicated that reconstruction of affected areas remains the primary focus once immediate relief operations wind down. With aftershocks still being recorded and nearly 18,000 people homeless, the road to recovery is expected to be prolonged. The scale of international engagement — spanning 28 nations — will be critical to sustaining relief efforts in the weeks ahead.
Point of View
118 — still rising — places Venezuela's June 24 earthquakes among the most lethal in Latin American history in recent decades, yet the disaster has received comparatively limited global attention. The country was already under severe economic strain before the quakes, which means the reconstruction challenge is not merely logistical but fiscal. The reliance on aid from 28 nations is telling: it signals that Venezuela's own state capacity is stretched to its limits. With 1,171 aftershocks and tens of thousands still displaced, the risk of a secondary humanitarian crisis — disease, shelter collapse, supply chain failure — is real and undercovered.
NationPress
11 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current death toll from the Venezuela earthquakes?
The death toll from the June 24 earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 4,118 as of 11 July, according to figures released by National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez. The number of injured stands at 16,740.
How many people have been displaced by the Venezuela earthquake?
At least 17,907 people have been left homeless after their homes were damaged or destroyed, with a separate official figure also citing 17,345 displaced persons. Over 17,266 people are currently sheltering in 89 temporary camps across the country.
Which countries are providing aid to Venezuela after the earthquake?
Acting President Delcy Rodriguez confirmed that 28 countries have provided humanitarian support. More than 2,000 tonnes of international aid is being sorted at a collection centre in Caracas for distribution to earthquake victims.
How many aftershocks has Venezuela recorded since the June 24 earthquakes?
Venezuela has recorded 1,171 aftershocks since the twin earthquakes struck on June 24, complicating rescue and relief operations across the country.
What official measures has Venezuela taken in response to the earthquake?
Acting President Delcy Rodriguez declared seven days of national mourning in tribute to the victims. Authorities have deployed over 30,000 personnel and volunteers and set up 89 temporary camps to assist displaced and affected people.
