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Police and SCDF receive 38 calls about tremors
By S Ramesh | Posted: 11 April 2012 1950 hrs
SINGAPORE: The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) and the police on Wednesday said they received 38 calls from the public about the tremors caused by the strong earthquake off Sumatra, Indonesia.
In a joint statement, they said earth tremors were reported in certain parts of Singapore at about 4.43pm.
The Meteorological Services confirmed that an earthquake occurred at about 4.38pm in Northern Sumatra, approximately 1,242 kilometres from Singapore.
The US Geological Survey (USGS) had initially reported it as an 8.9-magnitude quake, but later revised it to 8.6.
Police and SCDF said there was no cause for alarm.
The SCDF also advised the public to remain calm, should they experience any tremors.
If they are inside a building, they should take cover under a table, keep away from items made of glass or any hanging object.
They are also urged not to use an elevator and not to use any naked light in case there is a gas leak.
If they are out in the open, they should minimise their movements and stay away from buildings, street lights and utility wires.
After vibrations have stopped, they should stay away from any exposed electrical cables and report on any gas leakage.
- CNA/al