Peru Earthquake Ravages Historic Town | Global News

A 5.5 magnitude earthquake rattled Peru’s Andes, leaving a trail of devastation: six dead, over thirty injured, and nearly 300 displaced. Striking just 10 km deep near Sicaya, the quake shattered historic landmarks like Chongos Bajo’s 1565 church and exposed the dangers of adobe construction in quake-prone zones. As rescue crews battle the rubble—where even animals were trapped—the tragedy echoes past disasters, including the 2007 quake that killed 600. The toll is still rising as communities grapple with loss and displacement. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4c41b4d5f0e532c3