Voice of America: Two Earthquakes Hit Northwest China, 11 Dead

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Two Earthquakes Hit Northwest China, 11 Dead Jul 22nd 2013, 04:00 Officials say two shallow earthquakes have hit northwest China, killing at least 11 people and injuring about 81. The U.S. Geological Survey said the first quake, with a magnitude of 5.9, hit near the city of Dingxi in Gansu province. It struck at a depth of 20 kilometers. A second 5.6 magnitude quake hit the same region nearly two hours later at a depth of about 10 kilometers. Shallow earthquakes cause more damage, but the area is not heavily populated. Officials say a search for more ...

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