Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:57am on 03 Mar 2026,Tuesday Weather & Environment
A strong earthquake measuring 6.1 magnitude struck near Indonesia’s Sumatra island on Tuesday, the United States Geological Survey (USGS) said. The tremor occurred in waters close to the island. Sumatra lies along the Pacific “Ring of Fire,” a region known for frequent earthquakes and volcanic activity. There were no immediate reports of deaths or major damage. Authorities are checking the affected areas and monitoring the situation. Indonesia often experiences earthquakes because several tectonic plates meet in this region. Further details are awaited as officials continue their assessment.
