Earthquake in Amazonas: La Jalca Grande church and collapsed houses after earthquake (PHOTOS)

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The 7.5 magnitude earthquake in the Amazon left several material damages in different areas of the region. So far no fatalities have been reported. (Photo: Radio Reina de la Selva)

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In images released by América Noticias, it is observed the precise moment when a church in Bagua collapses as a result of the strong earthquake, as well as neighboring houses. While people are looking for a safe place to take refuge. (Photo: Radio sphere)

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In social networks, people have also shared videos of the moment when homes collapse. In snapshots, it is observed that the Church of La Jalca Grande, located in the district of La Jalca, in the province of Chachapoyas, in the department of Amazonas, suffered serious damage as a result of the earthquake. Much of its structure ended up collapsed. (Photo: Radio sphere)

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Likewise, the National Police of Peru (PNP) of highways reported that on the Tarapoto – Yurimaguas highway there is a landslide and rocks in the sector “el paredón” at kilometer 33. This will prevent the passage of vehicles and pedestrians in the zone. (Photo: Highway PNP)

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Meanwhile, in the Centro Poblado de Tayuntza, in Condorcanqui, users reported a housing collapse that has left families without a roof to sleep on. (Photo: Radio sphere)

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As you remember, an earthquake of magnitude 7.5 was registered at 5:52 am this Sunday in the Amazon region, reported the Geophysical Institute of Peru (IGP). (Photo: Highway PNP)

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According to the institution, the epicenter of this earthquake was located 98 kilometers east of Santa María de Nieva, Condorcanqui province, Amazonas region. (Photo: El Clarín newspaper)

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