The death toll from the two powerful earthquakes has surpassed 1,900; measuring 7.2 and 7.5 on the Richter scale, that rocked Venezuela on June 24, according to the latest figures released today by Parliament Speaker Jorge Rodríguez.

Specifically, according to the report, at least 1,943 people have died, while 10,571 have been injured.

There are fears that the death toll will rise dramatically, as more than 50,000 people are still missing.

According to NASA, approximately 59,000 buildings have been damaged

Nearly 59,000 buildings were damaged or destroyed by the two powerful earthquakes, according to a preliminary analysis of satellite data released by NASA.

The twin earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 on the Richter scale and occurring 39 seconds apart, were the strongest recorded in the country in more than a century. Researchers Cory Sher and Jaimon van den Hoek from Oregon State University estimate that approximately 58,870 buildings were damaged or collapsed in the affected areas. The estimate is based on radar data recorded by satellites on June 25, one day after the two deadly earthquakes.

Researchers at @NASA estimate that 58,870 buildings were damaged or destroyed by the two earthquakes that struck central and northern Venezuela
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The analysis utilized data from the European Space Agency’s Sentinel-1 satellite, which is equipped with high-resolution radar to detect changes on the Earth’s surface.

The scientists clarify, however, that this is a preliminary rapid assessment, which records abrupt changes in the ground surface consistent with widespread destruction. As they point out, the data should be considered indicative, as it has not yet been confirmed by on-site inspections.

#BREAKING NASA researchers estimate that around 58,870 buildings were damaged or destroyed by the twin earthquakes that struck central and northern #Venezuela, based on satellite radar data.

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On the part of the Venezuelan authorities, the president of the National Assembly, Jorge Rodríguez, stated on Monday that damage has been recorded in 855 buildings, 189 of which have completely collapsed.

NASA emphasizes that its satellites play a critical role in natural disaster response operations, providing images and data that help rescue teams assess the extent of the damage and more effectively direct rescue and relief operations.

Source: Proto Thema