Venezuela earthquake death toll climbs above 3,500 as aftershocks continue

The death toll from the earthquakes that struck northern Venezuela on 24 June has risen to more than 3,500, with nearly 16,700 people confirmed injured, according to a press release by Islamic Relief Worldwide. More than 1,000 aftershocks have been recorded since the initial disaster, prompting a sustained emergency response across the affected regions. Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) teams remain deployed in the impacted areas, with officials reporting that 6,500 people have been rescued so far. The disaster has left thousands of families without shelter and in urgent need of humanitarian assistance. Islamic Relief Worldwide is among the organizations mobilizing aid to reach the affected communities.

The earthquakes hit northern Venezuela on 24 June, triggering widespread damage across multiple states. La Guaira has been identified as the most severely affected state, though six other states in the north of the country have also sustained impact. The United Nations’ humanitarian body, UNOCHA, has reported that 17,854 people have been displaced by the disaster. Aftershocks have continued to shake the region, complicating rescue and recovery operations. Emergency teams remain active on the ground, working to reach survivors and assess the extent of the damage.

Rescue efforts have been ongoing since the earthquakes struck, with USAR teams leading operations in the affected zones. Officials confirm that 6,500 people have been rescued to date, though the toll of injured continues to rise. Displaced families are in immediate need of food, shelter, and hygiene supplies. Aid organizations are coordinating with local partners to expand the humanitarian response. The scale of the destruction has drawn international attention and calls for continued support.

Islamic Relief Worldwide, working with partners on the ground, is distributing food and hygiene packs to families who have lost their homes. The organization has emphasized that “continued support is needed to ensure that more survivors receive aid as recovery efforts expand.” The response is focused on reaching communities most severely impacted by the earthquakes. Distribution efforts prioritize displaced families and those without access to basic necessities. The humanitarian operation is expected to grow as needs on the ground increase.

Islamic Relief Worldwide is calling on donors to contribute generously to help reach communities devastated by the earthquakes in Venezuela. Support can be directed to the organization’s Global Emergency Fund, which channels resources into ongoing relief operations. With more than 1,000 aftershocks recorded and displacement figures still rising, sustained humanitarian assistance remains critical. The organization continues to coordinate with local partners to deliver essential aid. Recovery efforts are expected to expand in the coming weeks as more survivors are identified and assisted.