Last month, Mexico was struck by two devastating earthquakes, an 8.2-magnitude quake on Thursday, September 7 , followed by a 7.1-magnitude quake on Tuesday, September 19 .
Particularly, in Mexico City , Xochimilco , best known for its canal network and chinampas (artificial islands) was the most affected borough.
San Gregorio Atlapulco
was one of the most devastated neighborhoods in Xochimilco .
People try to get back on track while living by the sidewalks, meters away from the remains of buildings and houses than a week ago were standing.
Steel rods, masonry debris, and wooden logs have become part of the landscape in the devastated neighborhood.
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