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Powerful earthquake hits Ecuador Powerful earthquake hits Ecuador
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A powerful earthquake, with a magnitude of 7.8, has hit Ecuador's central coast. A powerful earthquake, with a magnitude of 7.8, has hit Ecuador's coast, causing damage over a wide area.
The tremor hit at a depth of 19km (12 miles) and was centred near the city of Muisne - it shook buildings in the capital Quito, more than 160km away. The tremor, centred near the city of Muisne, shook buildings in the capital Quito more than 160km away (100 miles).
Local media reports say an overpass in the post city of Guayaquil collapsed. There are reports of an overpass being destroyed in the port city of Guayaquil and damage to buildings in many areas.
No casualties have been reported. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre says hazardous waves are possible on coastlines within 300km. There is no word so far on any casualties. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre says hazardous waves are possible on coastlines within 300km.