A significant seismic event has rattled the capital city this morning, causing widespread anxiety amongst residents. Initial reports suggest that the quake, measuring roughly 6.5 on the Richter scale, occurred at roughly 8:30 AM local time. Impact assessments are still underway, but early indications suggest structural impact in several districts.

Chaos erupted in the heart of our city this afternoon as a massive explosion/blast/detonation ripped through the downtown/city center/commercial district. Witnesses describe a tremendous/deafening/violent sound/noise/boom that shook buildings for blocks/miles/a considerable distance. Emergency services/personnel/responders were immediately dispatch