An earthquake measuring 4.4 on the Richter scale was reported in the sea area off Hambantota early hours of this morning (24).
The Geological Survey and Mines Bureau said the quake occurred at a depth of 25.8 kilometers in the sea southeast of Hambantota at approximately 12:45 AM.
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The Department of Meteorology says that there is no immediate threat to Sri Lanka from this earthquake.
The Disaster Management Center also stated that there is no immediate threat to Sri Lanka from this shock.
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