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Strong Earthquake Kills 8 In Guatemala

Description:A strong earthquake off the coast of Guatemala shook buildings in Guatemala City, killing eight people on Wednesday. The tragic quake caused evacuations as far away as Mexico City. The dead were buried under rubble in three different Guatemalan towns, according to local officials. It was the strongest earthquake to hit Guatemala since a 7.5 magnitude quake in 1976 that claimed more than 20,000 lives. Landslides were blocking roads in some areas, and about 40 houses were severely damaged af (1:16)

Source: IBTimesTV

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