Ecuador Earthquake Kills at Least 413

Ecuador earthquake: At least 413 people confirmed dead QUITO, Ecuador — A 7.8-magnitude earthquake shook the central coast of Ecuador on Saturday, killing at least 413 people, officials and news reports said. The effects could be felt as far away as the capital, Quito, which lies some 105 miles from the epicenter. Vice President Jorge Glas said that in addition to the 77 dead, more than 570 people were wounded, The Associated Press reported. The quake was centered 16 miles southeast of Muisne, Ecuador, the United States Geological Survey said.

Powerful earthquake kills 77 in Ecuador, tsunami warning issued