The death toll from recent earthquakes in Venezuela has risen to 2,295 [1], according to government officials.

This escalating casualty count highlights the severity of the seismic activity and the scale of the humanitarian crisis facing the nation's infrastructure and emergency services.

Jorge Rodríguez, president of the National Assembly, said the number of victims from the two earthquakes that hit Venezuela a week ago has reached 2,295 dead and more than 11,000 injured [1]. Specifically, the number of injured persons has been recorded at 11,267 [4].

The disaster began on June 24, 2026, when a double earthquake struck the region [3]. In the immediate aftermath, rescue teams managed to save 5,380 people during the first two days of operations [5]. However, the rate of survival has dropped sharply as time has passed; only four people were found alive during the three days preceding the latest report [6].

In response to the tragedy, President Delcy Rodríguez said she has decreed seven days of official mourning [7]. This period of national grief began on the afternoon of Wednesday, July 1 [2].

Government teams continue to assess the damage across the affected areas. The coordination of rescue efforts remains a priority as the country grapples with the thousands of casualties resulting from the dual tremors.

“The number of victims... subiu para 2.295 mortos e mais de 11 mil feridos”

The rapid increase in the death toll and the steep decline in successful rescues indicate a catastrophic failure of building resilience and a limited window for life-saving interventions. With over 11,000 injured, the Venezuelan healthcare system faces an immense burden that may exceed its current capacity, potentially leading to further secondary casualties.