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Venezuela earthquakes death toll rises to 164

Jun 26, 2026

Caracas [Venezuela], June 26: The death toll from the two earthquakes that struck Venezuela has risen to 164, with 971 people injured.
The Venezuelan government announced a package of measures to support those affected and restore economic activity in the stricken areas.
The first 7.2-magnitude quake was followed seconds later by an even stronger 7.5-magnitude one, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS), with both occurring close to the surface, making destruction more severe.
Interim President Delcy Rodríguez declared a state of emergency and announced that 100 aftershocks have been recorded since the two main earthquakes occurred.
Source: Emirates News Agency

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