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UNICEF Venezuela Humanitarian Situation Report No.4 (Earthquake Response), 02 - 12 July 2026
By UN Children's Fund at ReliefWeb
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
. Highlights Two weeks after two powerful earthquakes struck north-central Venezuela on 24 June 2026, official figures report more than 4,490 deaths, 16,740 people injured and 17,907 people left without housing. More than 1,200 aftershocks have been recorded, while damage assessments continue. UNICE
Key takeaway This includes WASH services across three temporary camps in La Guaira reaching more than 3,500 people.
Why this matters
The devastating earthquakes in Venezuela have left thousands without housing and in need of critical services, with UNICEF playing a key role in delivering life-saving aid. The organization's efforts to provide WASH services, hygiene supplies, and medical care to affected populations are crucial in preventing the spread of waterborne diseases and protecting vulnerable children and adolescents. The establishment of Child-Friendly Spaces in temporary camps is also vital in providing psychosocial support and recreational activities to young people who have experienced trauma. As UNICEF scales up its response, the need for additional funding is pressing, with the organization requiring $65.7 million to respond to the humanitarian impact of the earthquakes. This funding gap highlights the importance of continued support from donors to ensure that affected communities receive the assistance they need to recover and rebuild. The situation in Venezuela will likely require sustained attention and resources in the coming months.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
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What is this story about? . Highlights Two weeks after two powerful earthquakes struck north-central Venezuela on 24 June 2026, official figures report more than 4,490 deaths, 16,740 people injured and 17,907 people left without housing. More than 1,200 aftershocks have been recorded, while damage assessments continue. UNICE
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