Peru Earthquake May 31, 1970. Site of the Yungay plaza showing the remains of the cathedral walls and four palm trees buried to a depth of 5 meters.
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1970
Summary
Peru Earthquake May 31, 1970. Site of the Yungay plaza showing the remains of the cathedral walls and four palm trees buried to a depth of 5 meters. The ridge that was overtopped by the Yungay debris lobe is visible in the distance. The wreckage in the right middle ground consists of a smashed bus and truck. June-July 1970.
Summary
Peru Earthquake May 31, 1970. Site of the Yungay plaza showing the remains of the cathedral walls and four palm trees buried to a depth of 5 meters. The ridge that was overtopped by the Yungay debris lobe is visible in the distance. The wreckage in the right middle ground consists of a smashed bus and truck. June-July 1970.
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