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Venezuela earthquake death toll estimates

The Venezuelan government reported 6,509 deaths from June earthquakes. The USGS estimated an average toll of 53,000, while noting that the actual figure could be higher or lower; a New York Times analysis also raised doubts about the official count.

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October 22, 2026, 04:21

USGS estimate puts Venezuela quake deaths far above official toll

Venezuela reported 6,509 deaths from consecutive earthquakes in June. The U.S. Geological Survey estimates a toll of 53,000, with equal chances that the actual number is higher or lower.