Spain raises Venezuela quake death toll to 34, 140 missing

The Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs raised the confirmed death toll of Spanish citizens from the June 2026 double earthquake in northern Venezuela to 34, two more than the previous day's estimate. Source: ABC The number of Spaniards missing was adjusted to 140, and 11 remain trapped under rubble. Source: Infobae The ministry reiterated that emergency consular lines are active and urged Spanish nationals to use them. Source: ABC

Impact and Response

The Venezuelan government's latest tally reports 2,645 dead, 12,666 injured, and 15,050 homeless across affected regions, particularly the coastal state of La Guaira. Source: ABC, Infobae The twin tremors, which struck in late June, caused widespread damage to infrastructure and left thousands without shelter. Spanish authorities are coordinating with local officials to locate survivors and repatriate remains.

Note on Discrepancy

Earlier reports varied on the initial missing count: some outlets cited 142, while others mentioned 155. All sources now agree on 140 missing. Source: ABC, Infobae