Venezuela faces US$6.7 billion in economic losses from earthquakes, UNDP estimates

Country: Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of) Source: UN Development Programme Caracas/New York, 26 June 2026 – Caracas/New York, 26 June – The earthquakes that struck Venezuela on 24 June caused significant human suffering and loss of life, while also severely affecting livelihoods, infrastructure, and essential services. This includes a preliminary estimate of $6.7 billion in direct physical damage, equivalent to around 6% of GDP, according to a satellite-based Rapid Digital Assessment (RAPIDA) by the United Nation