The death toll from the two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela last month has risen to 5,069, local authorities reported Friday. The interim government of President Delcy Rodríguez confirmed the updated figure as Venezuela gains access to €302 million in funding from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to aid recovery and reconstruction efforts.
The earthquakes impacted the northern coastal regions of the country. While details regarding the specific areas affected remain limited across sources, the rising death toll underscores the scale of the disaster. The unlocking of IMF funds provides a financial boost for Venezuela as it begins the process of rebuilding infrastructure and providing assistance to those affected.
According to reports, this is the first time in recent memory that Venezuela has been able to access such funding from the IMF. The disbursement of €302 million will be directed toward supporting recovery and reconstruction initiatives following the devastating earthquakes. The true scale of the disaster remains surrounded by uncertainty, with ongoing assessments needed to fully understand the long-term impact on communities and infrastructure.
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