Earthquake Off Sumatra Coast

A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck off the Indonesian island of Sumatra on Tuesday. The US Geological Survey reported no immediate casualties or damage. Authorities confirmed no tsunami alert was issued.

A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck off the Indonesian island of Sumatra on Tuesday, according to the US Geological Survey. There are no immediate reports of casualties, damage, or a tsunami alert. Authorities said the tremor was felt as far away as North Sumatra.

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