Massive Earthquake In Venezuela Claims 4,734 Lives

Nearly three weeks after powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, the death toll has surpassed 4,700, with nearly 17,000 injured, officials said. Twin quakes of 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude devastated La Guaira on June 24, flattening buildings. Authorities report 4,734 deaths and 16,740 injuries, while the United Nations estimates about 50,000 people remain missing.