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Peru Quake: 5 Dead, 20 Injured in Andes
19 Jul
Summary
- A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck Peru's Andes region.
- At least five people lost their lives, with over 20 injured.
- Around 300 individuals have been displaced following the tremor.
A powerful 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck the Andes region of Peru on Saturday night, causing significant devastation. Local authorities confirmed that at least five people died as a direct result of the tremor.
In addition to the fatalities, the earthquake injured over 20 individuals and left around 300 people displaced from their homes. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) located the epicenter near the city of Sicaya in Huancayo province, at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers.
The National Civil Defense Institute is continuing its assessment of the damage and the number of people unaccounted for remains unknown. Rescue and aid operations are underway to support those affected by this seismic event.
