Update on 2016 Ecuador earthquake death toll

On April 16, 2016 at 18:58 ECT, an earthquake with a moment magnitude of 7.8 and a depth of 19.2 kilometres (11.9 mi) occurred in Ecuador. The very large thrust earthquake was centered approximately 27 km (17 mi) from the towns of Muisne and Pedernales in a sparsely populated part of the country and 170 km (110 mi) from the capital Quito, where it was felt strongly. Widespread damage was caused, with structures hundreds of kilometres from the epicenter collapsing At least 587 people were killed and 8,340 people injured. President Rafael Correa declared a state of emergency; 13,500 military personnel and police officers were dispatched for recovery operations.