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Powerful earthquake hits Ecuador Deadly earthquake hits Ecuador
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A powerful earthquake, with a magnitude of 7.8, has hit Ecuador's coast, causing damage over a wide area. A powerful, 7.8-magnitude earthquake has killed 28 people in Ecuador, Vice-President Jorge Glas has said citing preliminary reports.
The tremor, centred near the city of Muisne, shook buildings in the capital Quito more than 160km away (100 miles). A state of emergency has been declared in six provinces, after the tremor struck near the country's coast.
The quake, centred near the city of Muisne, shook buildings in the capital Quito more than 160km away (100 miles).
There are reports of an overpass being destroyed in the port city of Guayaquil and damage to buildings in many areas.There are reports of an overpass being destroyed in the port city of Guayaquil and damage to buildings in many areas.
There is no word so far on any casualties. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre says hazardous waves are possible on coastlines within 300km. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre says hazardous waves are possible on coastlines within 300km.