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WORLDJul 19 · 16:54 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMIAssociated Press

5.5 magnitude earthquake hits Peru's Andes region and kills at least 5 people

A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck Peru's Andes region, killing at least five people, injuring over 20, and displacing 300. The quake, with an epicenter near Sicaya in Huancayo province, caused structural damage including collapsed buildings and a local church. Authorities cited the use of rustic adobe materials as a factor in the damage.

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