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NewsKEYT News Channel 3-12July 2, 2026Santa Barbara

Official Venezuelan Earthquake Death Toll Reaches 2,595

Acting President Delcy Rodríguez announced that the official death toll from the recent twin earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to at least 2,595. Observers and local residents continue to question the accuracy of these official figures as morgues report high capacity.

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Why It Matters

The accuracy of the official death toll impacts international aid distribution, disaster relief resource allocation, and public trust in government reporting following the twin earthquakes.

Key Facts

  • The official death toll from the twin earthquakes in Venezuela is at least 2,595.
  • Acting President Delcy Rodríguez provided the updated figure on Thursday.
  • The report notes a discrepancy between official government figures and observations from morgues and outside observers regarding the total number of casualties.

Who's Mentioned

personDelcy Rodríguez“Acting President of Venezuela who announced the updated death toll.”locationVenezuela“The country affected by the twin earthquakes.”organizationNews Channel 3-12“The outlet that syndicated the report.”organizationCNN“The news organization reporting on the situation.”