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Strong quake in China kills 367 in Yunnan region
The U S Geological Survey reports a magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck Longtoushan in Ludian county near Zhaotong, Yunnan, killing at least 367 and injuring about 1,881. About 12,000 homes collapsed and rescue teams raced to reach remote towns as authorities confirmed most deaths occurred in Zhaotong City.
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