Venezuela earthquake death toll hits 5,398 as 44,298 patients treated

The Venezuelan government has released a staggering update on the seismic emergency that has struck the country, reporting 5,398 deaths and 44,298 patients treated as of July 22, 2026. The official balance, presented by Jorge Rodríguez, head of the General Staff for the Creation of Transitional Camps and Housing Planning, details the immense human cost. Over 17,907 people are now classified as displaced, with 107 temporary shelters caring for 23,335 individuals. The response effort includes 31,745 volunteers and 30,989 institutional personnel, supported by 2,278 international rescuers. Water distribution has reached 44,557,208 liters, and food aid totals 10,964 metric tons. The government continues to monitor 1,463 aftershocks, while rescue teams have pulled 6,462 survivors from the rubble.

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