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Ecuador hit by earthquake

At least 77 people are now known to have died after a powerful earthquake struck northwest Ecuador....
TodayFM
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8:16 AM - 17 Apr 2016



Ecuador hit by earthquake

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Ecuador hit by earthquake

TodayFM
TodayFM

8:16 AM - 17 Apr 2016



At least 77 people are now known to have died after a powerful earthquake struck northwest Ecuador.

The country's vice president Jorge Glas has declared a nationwide state of emergency.

Officials say the quake measuring 7.8 in magnitude, has caused "considerable damage" with almost 600 people said to be injured.

A tsunami warning has also been issued in neighbouring Peru.

Mr Glas, says the death toll is likely to rise:

A hotel barely stands after an earthquake in the town of Manta, Ecuador.

Picture by: Patricio Ramos / AP/Press Association Images

 



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