The earthquake occurred at a depth of around 58 kilometers. It was felt in many places. A 16-year-old was electrocuted from a fallen cable and died.
Guayaquil – A 6.1 magnitude earthquake has shaken the coastal region of the South American country, according to the Geological Institute (IG) of Ecuador.
According to initial information, a 16-year-old youth was electrocuted from a fallen cable, as reported by the Ecuadorian newspaper “El Universo”, citing the authorities on Thursday evening (local time).
According to the Geological Institute, the magnitude 6.1 quake struck 13 kilometers from the canton of Simon Bolívar in the province of Guayas at a depth of around 58 kilometers. It was felt in many places and triggered panic, evacuations and some damage. However, no tsunami warning was issued.
The entire west coast of the American double continent lies on the so-called Pacific Ring of Fire, which is known for its high level of seismic activity. dpa
