Portuguese and Luso-descendant Death Toll Rises to 36 in Venezuelan Earthquakes
Madeira GuideThe number of Portuguese and Luso-descendant victims from recent earthquakes in Venezuela has increased to 36, with many still missing.
The death toll of Portuguese and Luso-descendants in Venezuela due to the recent earthquakes has risen to 36, according to the latest report from the Portuguese Ministry of Foreign Affairs. This includes five children and 31 adults, with most victims being Luso-descendants.
Additionally, there are 91 individuals reported as missing or unreachable, comprising 49 men and 42 women. The earthquakes have caused significant concern among the Portuguese community in Venezuela, prompting expressions of solidarity from political parties in Portugal.
The Communist Party of Portugal (PCP) has publicly expressed its condolences and support to both the Venezuelan people and the Portuguese community affected by this disaster. This tragic event highlights the vulnerability of expatriate communities in regions prone to natural disasters.
Contradictory reports initially indicated the death toll was 32, but subsequent updates have confirmed the higher number of fatalities. The situation remains dire as efforts continue to locate the missing individuals.
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