Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Passes 5,000 Three Weeks After Two Major Quakes

Two powerful earthquakes hit Venezuela on June 24. By July 18, the confirmed death toll had climbed to 5,069, up from 188 the day after the quakes. National Assembly President Jorge Rodriguez gave the figure. About 20,000 people remain displaced. La Guaira, home to Venezuela's main airport and seaport, suffered the worst destruction.