June 19, Colombo (LNW): A minor tremor was reported in the Vavuniya area late last night, according to the Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB). The tremor, which measured 2.3 on the Richter scale, occurred between 10:55 p.m. and 11:10 p.m. on the 18th of June.
Residents in Vavuniya and Medawachchiya felt the tremor, which was recorded at seismic stations in Pallekele, Mahakanadarawa, and Hakmana. No significant damage or injuries have been reported as a result of the tremor.
