Earthquake strikes Andes region
An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.5 on the Richter scale struck the Andes Mountains region in Peru, resulting in at least five fatalities, over 20 injuries, and approximately 300 people displaced so far. The earthquake, which occurred early Saturday night, had a depth of 10 kilometers and its epicenter was located two kilometers west of Cayca. It caused the collapse and damage of many buildings, including a local church and monastery. Photos show the suffering of residents and their displaced families in the hardest-hit areas, with many losing their homes and animals affected by the landslides.
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