A powerful earthquake of 6.6 magnitude struck off the Indonesian island of Sumatra on Thursday , the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) said. The Indonesia Tsunami Warning Center said there was no potential for a tsunami. The quake struck at a depth of 16 miles, the USGS said. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damage.

A powerful 6.6 magnitude earthquake hit off Sumatra, Indonesia. Meanwhile, Sumatra floods and landslides claim lives.