Deadly earthquake strikes Peru
Magnitude-7.9 on earthquake struck off the coast of central Peru (around Lima) on Wednesday evening, killing 15 people and leaving 70 hurt, President Alan Garcia said on national television. Peru's America TV reported a higher figure, saying 48 people were killed and 350 injured, citing officials. It showed footage of traffic lights in the capital, Lima, swaying with the quake. After everything stopped shaking, medics were seen tending to a woman. The video also showed chunks of plaster that had fallen from buildings. Some Lima residents were sobbing after the temblor, while others appeared to be praying. The quake was felt for two minutes, according to Peruvian media. Broken windows were reported in Lima, and mobile phone service was interrupted. "This has been the most..."
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