A 7.8 magnitude earthquake shook the region around Ecuador's second-largest city, Guayaquil, resulting in the death of at least 480 people and causing widespread destruction and panic. Solange Coyago, a resident of Guayaquil, described the windows shaking and the lights moving quickly. The Ecuadorian government has declared a state of emergency and requested international assistance, while rescue teams are searching for survivors and assessing the damage.
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This article discusses the devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck Ecuador's second-largest city, Guayaquil, on Saturday. The earthquake has caused significant damage to homes and buildings, resulting in the death of at least 480 people. The Ecuadorian government has declared a state of emergency and mobilized the military to assist with search and rescue operations, while the Ecuadorian Red Cross is providing medical assistance and assessing the damage. The international community has also offered its support.