Earthquake in Peru Kills 6 and Displaces Hundreds

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A 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck the central highlands of Peru, killing 6 people and displacing hundreds. This was the largest earthquake in the region in nearly 50 years. Peru is known for frequent seismic activity.

Peru is prone to frequent quakes, but the 5.5-magnitude temblor was the biggest to strike the central highlands area in nearly 50 years.

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