Deadly Earthquake Hits Aceh in Indonesia (Update)

An undersea earthquake off Indonesia’s northern Aceh province has killed at least 25 people.

The 6.5 magnitude quake struck 19km (12 miles) south-east of the town of Sigli on Sumatra island, where dozens of buildings have collapsed and people are feared trapped under rubble.

Indonesia’s meteorological agency said there was no risk of a tsunami.

In 2004, Aceh was devastated by a tsunami caused by a huge undersea earthquake that killed 120,000 people.

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Indonesia Earthquake: One Person is Dead and Buildings Destroyed

An earthquake in Indonesia’s Aceh province has killed at least one person and destroyed dozens of buildings.

Many people are feared trapped in rubble after the 6.4 magnitude quake struck near the town of Reuleut on Sumatra island.

Indonesia’s meteorological agency said there was no risk of a tsunami.

In 2004, Aceh was devastated by a tsunami caused by a massive undersea earthquake that killed more than 120,000 people in that province alone.

Wednesday’s earthquake struck at 05:03 local time (22:03 GMT Tuesday), prompting many to flee their homes.

Image captionThe region is prone to earthquakes

Courtesy :  BBC