Venezuela’s death toll from last month’s earthquakes rises above 5,000, according to officials cited by multiple outlets. The twin quakes struck the northern coastal region, including La Guaira north of Caracas, within about a minute of each other on June 24, causing widespread destruction. As international and domestic assessments continue, reports indicate the government is moving ahead with recovery and reconstruction planning alongside humanitarian response efforts.
Several sources say the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released or enabled access to funding tied to urgent needs. One outlet reports Venezuela taps its reserve tranche for humanitarian purposes, while others specify the amounts and intended use for recovery. France 24 and Al Jazeera cite a figure of about $346 million (including a £346 million figure in one report), and Euronews cites an equivalent European amount of €302 million. While the currency figures vary by reporting, the coverage converges on the same development: IMF financing becomes available as Venezuela responds to the disaster and supports reconstruction efforts.
