Powerful Earthquake Kills 77 in Ecuador

The death toll from the powerful earthquake in Ecuador has risen to 77.   Vice President Jorge Glas says the toll is likely to rise as reports from around the country continue to come in. "It's very important that Ecuadorians remain calm during this emergency," Glas said. The U.S. Geological Survey says the shallow 7.8 magnitude quake struck late Saturday along the South American country's coast. It was felt 170 kilometers away in Quito, the capital, where...

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