In Venezuela, the death toll from the earthquakes has risen to about 235 people
In Venezuela, the death toll from two powerful earthquakes has risen to approximately 235. At least 4,300 more people have been injured, according to updated figures on the aftermath of the natural disaster.
This was announced by Venezuela’s Health Minister, Carlos Alvarado. The death toll is expected to rise, as thousands of people remain missing and rescue operations are ongoing.
The 7.2- and 7.5-magnitude earthquakes were among the strongest to hit the country in over a century and were felt throughout Venezuela.
The coastal region of La Guaira was hit the hardest. Venezuela’s main airport is located there and has been closed due to damage, complicating relief efforts.
Leaders from Mexico, Qatar, Brazil, Spain, Portugal, and Canada have pledged to send aid. Several shipments were sent yesterday.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that the U.S. is immediately sending aid, while acknowledging that the closure of Venezuela’s main airport has created logistical challenges.
Rescue teams from Mexico, El Salvador, and the Dominican Republic, as well as a humanitarian flight from Mexico, arrived in Venezuela the day before, according to AP News.
Earlier reports indicated that at least 164 people were killed and another 971 were injured as a result of two devastating earthquakes that struck on the evening of June 24.
It was later reported that Ukraine is offering assistance to Venezuela following the devastating earthquake.
