5.5 magnitude earthquake hits Peru's Andes region, killing at least 5 people
- Posted on July 19, 2026
- By Newsday
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In brief
A powerful 5.5 magnitude seismic event struck Peru's Andean mountain region, resulting in at least five fatalities and leaving numerous communities in distress. Emergency response teams are actively conducting search and rescue operations across affected areas. The earthquake highlights the ongoing seismic vulnerability of this tectonically active zone in South America, where similar tremors regularly impact local populations and infrastructure.
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5.5 magnitude earthquake hits Peru's Andes region, killing at least 5 people
A 5.5 magnitude earthquake has shaken a region in Peru, killing at least five people.
