Venezuela earthquake death toll nears 1,000 with over 3,300 injured; five Spaniards among the dead
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A series of devastating earthquakes struck Venezuela on June 24, causing widespread destruction. Official figures report 920 deaths, 3,360 injured, and 172 people trapped. Among the deceased are five Spanish nationals. Venezuelan authorities estimate 4,000 people have been affected and nearly 1,500 buildings damaged. The death toll is approaching one thousand, with rescue efforts ongoing.
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· 3 pulledDebemos anunciar con dolor que 920 personas han fallecido por la acción violentísima de los terremotos del 24 de junio
que hemos recibido 3.360 personas heridas o con algún tipo de afectación como consecuencia de la acción de los terremotos
que hasta el a
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