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Death Toll From Venezuela Earthquake Surpasses 2,500; Over 12,000 Injured

Gwak Sang-eun

Published : Jul 3, 2026 12:05 PM


▲ Playa Grande in La Guaira State, which collapsed due to the earthquake.

The death toll from the powerful earthquake that struck Venezuela on June 24 has surpassed 2,500.

Delcy Rodriguez, the interim president of Venezuela, announced on July 2 (local time) that 2,595 deaths have been confirmed so far.

She also stated that the number of injured has exceeded 12,000, and 189 buildings have completely collapsed.

(Photo: Yonhap News)