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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 18, 2026Miami-Dade

Venezuelan authorities report death toll from June 24 earthquakes rises to 6,438

The official death toll from the two earthquakes that struck northern Venezuela on June 24 has increased to 6,438. This update follows the recovery of 137 additional bodies from debris over the past week.

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Why It Matters

The updated death toll provides the current official count of fatalities resulting from the June 24 seismic events in northern Venezuela.

Key Facts

  • The total confirmed death toll from the June 24 earthquakes is 6,438.
  • 137 additional bodies were recovered from debris in the seven days preceding the announcement.
  • The earthquakes occurred in the northern region of Venezuela.

Who's Mentioned

locationLa Guaira“Coastal state identified as the most affected area.”personDelcy Rodríguez“President in charge of Venezuela.”locationVenezuela“The country where the earthquakes occurred.”other6,438“Total number of deceased persons reported.”other137“Number of bodies recovered in the last seven days.”locationCaracas“City located 20 kilometers south of the most affected zone.”personJorge Rodríguez“President of the National Assembly who announced the updated figures.”