27/06/2026 22:54 - Internacionales
| Data | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Confirmed Deaths | 1,430 |
| Injured | 3,200 |
| Reported Missing | 68,900 |
| Homeless | 3,100 |
| Estimated Damage (UN) | USD 6.7 billion |
| Deployed Personnel | 14,000+ military and police |
The President of the National Assembly of Venezuela, Jorge Rodríguez, confirmed this Saturday that the death toll from the twin earthquakes that struck the country on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 has risen to 1,430. Additionally, 3,200 people were injured and over 68,900 were reported missing by their families.
The magnitude 7.2 and 7.5 earthquakes occurred with barely a minute of difference between them, causing the collapse of dozens of buildings in the northern part of the country, especially in the state of La Guaira, one of the areas most affected by the catastrophe. This region, located just north of Caracas, is a crucial gateway for the nation due to its international airport.
A seismic doublet or twin earthquake occurs when two quakes of similar magnitude happen in a short period within the same geographic area. In this case, the 7.2 and 7.5 quakes struck just 39 seconds apart, amplifying structural damage and complicating rescue tasks significantly.
According to a preliminary report by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the earthquakes caused estimated damages of USD 6.7 billion, a figure equivalent to 6% of Venezuela's GDP. This evaluation considers asset losses like housing but does not include broader economic interruption.
Venezuela's Interim President, Delcy Rodríguez, informed that more than 14,000 members of the armed forces and police are patrolling the affected zones, where access has been restricted and special permits are required to enter.
Rescue teams from at least 17 countries have arrived in Venezuela to collaborate in the search for survivors, including:
Among the confirmed dead are citizens from various countries:
A team of British volunteers from the organization Serve On has been stranded at Madrid airport since Friday night because the Simón Bolívar International Airport, the main international airport serving Caracas, suffered severe damage.
"These situations are always time-critical. The sooner you arrive, the better chances you have to save lives", declared Vernon Young, the team leader.
Jeremy Lewin, a US State Department official, noted that it is a "race against time" to find people trapped under the rubble. The United States has deployed military drones, and a naval transport ship is ready to receive survivors needing medical attention.
Google's Android Earthquake Alerts System alerted users in Venezuela up to 30 seconds before the quakes. This technology detects P-waves (primary) and sends notifications before the S-waves (secondary), which are the most destructive, arrive. Venezuela lacks an official seismic alert system, making this tool crucial for prevention.
Source: The Guardian - June 27, 2026
Alfredo S. Quiroga
