Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Reaches 5,119

The official death toll from the twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela last month has been updated to 5,119. This figure was announced by Jorge Rodríguez, the head of Venezuela's National Assembly, on March 15, 2024. The earthquakes, which occurred in February 2024, caused widespread destruction across several regions of the country. Initial reports had indicated a lower number of fatalities, but ongoing recovery and assessment efforts have led to this revised count. The government has been coordinating rescue and relief operations since the initial tremors. The full extent of the damage and the final casualty figures are still being determined as search and rescue teams continue their work in affected areas. The tremors were felt across a significant portion of Venezuela, prompting emergency responses from national and local authorities. The government has also been assessing the structural integrity of buildings and infrastructure damaged by the seismic activity. Further updates on the death toll and the impact of the earthquakes are expected as more information becomes available.