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Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of): Earthquake Response Situation Report #7 (6 July 2026)
By International Organization for Migration at ReliefWeb
· July 7, 2026
· 2 min read
. The seventh Situation Report provides an update on the impact of the 24 June earthquakes in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and summarizes IOM’s ongoing and planned response in support of affected populations and national efforts as of 6 July. The second page of this also includes key funding
Key takeaway Highlights Official figures report 3,535 fatalities, 16,740 injuries, 6,462 people rescued and 17,854 people without housing following the 24 June earthquakes.
Why this matters
The devastating earthquakes in Venezuela have left thousands without housing and in dire need of assistance, with 17,854 people currently displaced and 82 transitory camps established to provide temporary accommodation. The International Organization for Migration's ongoing response efforts, including site coordination and management, registration, and health services, are critical to addressing the immediate needs of affected populations. However, the organization's emphasis on strengthening protection activities and legal orientation highlights the longer-term risks and challenges facing displaced individuals, particularly in terms of safety and security. As the response efforts continue, it will be essential to ensure that funding priorities are met to sustain and scale up urgent assistance, including improving conditions in transitory camps and expanding access to safe water and sanitation. The situation in Venezuela underscores the need for sustained support from the international community to address the complex humanitarian needs arising from this disaster.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? . The seventh Situation Report provides an update on the impact of the 24 June earthquakes in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and summarizes IOM’s ongoing and planned response in support of affected populations and national efforts as of 6 July. The second page of this also includes key funding
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