Sri Lanka’s Shores Under Watch After Sumatra Quake

COLOMBO (News 1st); The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory following a 6.6 magnitude earthquake that struck Northern Sumatra, Indonesia at 10:26 AM today (27 November).

Although no tsunami warning has been issued for Sri Lanka, authorities have urged people living near and along coastal areas to remain vigilant and follow official updates.

Magnitude: 6.6

Depth: 25 km

Location: Northern Sumatra, Indonesia

Coordinates: Latitude 2.68 N, Longitude 96.07 E