People attempt to get to higher ground in Sumatra.
People riding motorbikes and cars pack the streets in Banda Aceh
People running shortly after the powerful earthquake hits the western coast of Sumatra
People gather outside the Baiturrahman mosque after the earthquake hit Banda Aceh
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Location of initial earthquake and powerful aftershock off the coast of Indonesia |
An 8.6-magnitude earthquake off the coast of Indonesia has been followed by a powerful aftershock, triggering tsunami warnings across the Indian Ocean.
The US Geological Survey said the first 8.6-magnitude quake originated 20 miles (33km) underground and 271 miles (437km) southwest of Banda Aceh, on the island of Sumatra.
The second incident measured 8.2 on the Richter scale and was detected 10 miles (16km) beneath the ocean floor and some 383 miles (617km) from the Indonesian town.
Just before the powerful aftershock, reports said the sea at Simeulue Island, south of Banda Aceh, had receded by about 10 metres.
But other reports from around the region have suggested the natural event was not as serious as first feared.
Tsunamis of up to 80cm (2.6ft) have hit Indonesia in at least three places, according to the country's meteorological agency.
There have been no reports of damage or casualties from the quake or any tsunamis.
In the wake of the initial earthquake, most countries surrounding the Indian Ocean issued tsunami warnings.
Residents along India's east coast were told to move away from the shoreline, as were people on the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, while Sri Lanka also urged those on the coast to move inland.
A warning was also issued for six provinces in Thailand, including Phuket and Phangnga, with people advised to move away from the ocean.
Britons holidaying in southeast Asia have been told to follow local advice following the tremors and tsunami warnings.
A Foreign Office said British nationals in the region should monitor media reports and "call home to let family know they are safe".
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every one is telling they felt about the earthquake but its bad i dint feel still i wanted it to happen atleast one more time so that i can feel it.Any how guys feel it every day and everytime it will not happen
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