# Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 4,490
Twin earthquakes that struck northern Venezuela on June 24 have resulted in a death toll of at least 4,490 people, according to figures released by Jorge Rodríguez, president of the National Assembly. The toll increased by 157 fatalities between Saturday's initial count and the updated figure. Additionally, nearly 17,000 people have been injured in the disaster.
The government has not released an official figure for the number of people listed as missing following the earthquakes. This decision to withhold the missing persons count has drawn attention as authorities continue their recovery efforts in the affected regions.
The scale of displacement is significant, with thousands of people left homeless by the earthquakes. Temporary camps housing displaced families have been established in stadiums, plazas and on sidewalks in La Guaira and nearby Caracas. President Delcy Rodríguez and the United Nations have issued calls for financial assistance to support the recovery and reconstruction efforts in the affected areas.
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