Powerful 7.4 earthquake rocks Ecuador: USGS

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AFP Quito
Last Updated : Apr 17 2016 | 6:48 AM IST
A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake shook Ecuador today, the US Geological Survey reported, as a tsumani warning was also issued for local coasts.
"Based on the preliminary earthquake parameters, hazardous tsunami waves are possible for coasts located within 300 kilometers of the earthquake epicenter," the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said.

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First Published: Apr 17 2016 | 6:48 AM IST

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