Strong earthquake prompts mass evacuations in Indonesia's south Sumatra
Indonesians living near the coast in Lampung, south Sumatra province sought higher ground after a powerful earthquake struck on Friday, August 2, causing authorities to issue a tsunami warning that was later lifted.
The US Geological Survey put the epicentre in the Indian Ocean about 227 km (141 miles) from Teluk Betung city on Sumatra with an initial magnitude of 7 that was later lowered to 6.8.
Indonesia's geophysics agency issued a warning of potential tsunami waves up to three metres (10 feet) but withdrew the alert once the risk was discounted. Indonesian President Joko Widodo told reporters the risk of a tsunami had ended but urged people in affected areas to remain calm and vigilant.
There appeared to be no major damage or casualties, but strong tremors were felt in Jakarta, the capital, prompting people to run out of office buildings.
Indonesia is situated on the so-called Pacific Ring of Fire, which is frequently hit by earthquakes and sometimes accompanying tsunamis.
(Source: Reuters)
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