5.5 magnitude earthquake hits Peru's Andes region and kills at least 6 people

A 5.5 magnitude earthquake shook the Andes region of Peru, killing at least six people, local authorities said on Sunday.
By AP at ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) · · 1 min read

A 5.5 magnitude earthquake shook the Andes region of Peru, killing at least six people, local authorities said on Sunday.
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