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5.5 magnitude earthquake in Peru's Andes region kills at least 6
AP News • • world
Key Points:
- A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck the Andes region of Peru near Sicaya in Huancayo province, resulting in at least six deaths, over 30 injuries, and displacement of around 300 people.
- The quake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers and caused significant structural damage, including the collapse of several buildings and damage to the historic Santiago de León church and former convent in Chongos Bajo.
- The use of rustic adobe construction materials in the area contributed to the severity of the damage, according to local civil defense officials.
- The total number of missing individuals remains unknown, and images show residents and animals affected by the quake seeking shelter amid destroyed homes.
- Peru frequently experiences earthquakes due to its location in the Pacific "Ring of Fire," with a notable past event being the 2007 magnitude 7.9 quake in Pisco that killed nearly 600 people.
