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7.0 earthquake hits Colombia

February 09, 2013 8:00 am • Last Updated: February 09, 2013 8:59 am

MEXICO CITY (AP) — The U.S. Geological Survey says a strong but deep earthquake has shaken western Colombia.

The agency says the quake struck at 9:16 a.m. (1606 GMT) Saturday and had a magnitude of 7.0. it was located about 7 miles (11 kilometers) from Pasto.

There are no immediate reports of damage.

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