The epicenter was 168 km (104 miles) NNW of Visokoi Island, South Sandwich Islands
No Tsunami Warning Issued - No Reports of Injuries or Damage at this time
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Jayce Robinson was photographed catching the major Atlantic swell at Mullaghmore Head, which produced waves of up to 67ft.
The daredevil dislocated his knee - and his board snapped in half - during his efforts on Tuesday.
But Mr Robinson, from St Ives, is no rookie to the surf. He is the former top Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) European junior - and hits the waves in international surfing competitions as much as possible.
The 22-year-old, who has been surfing since he was just seven, told Sky News Online: "It was definitely the biggest barrell I've ever surfed. Read More
Earlier this week, the United Nations' Commissioner for Human Rights, Navi Pillay, said more than 5,000 people had been killed in Syria since the uprising began in March.
The Syrian government has issued activists in the restive city of Homs an ultimatum: Cease their protests, or face bombardment, prompting fears of an increase in hostilities.
Human rights activists have called for an international response to the violence -- but some diplomats have warned that any intervention could make the situation worse. Read More
Many animals especially Hippos have already died.
Anthrax is an infectious disease that affects humans and animals.
Infection in humans most often involves the skin, stomach, intestines, or lungs. Source
The injured people are currently receiving treatment at Nkhata Bay District Hospital and Chilambwe Health Center, according to Police.
The hailstorm which took some hours has also completely destroyed 50 houses of which five belong to teachers at Msumba Primary School. A school block at Msumba has been demolished.District Education Manager for Nkhata Bay, Mzondi Moyo said the five affected teachers and their families are currently seeking shelter in classrooms.
T/A Mankhambira told a local radio, hundreds of his subjects were counting losses of their property after the heavy rains and hailstorms hit the area.
“The houses have completely been damaged and my people are now hopeless, all their property has been lost in the incident,” said Mankhambira whose house has also been reportedly destroyed.
The traditional leader has since sent an SOS to government to immediately provide them with relief food and other items such as tents for shelter and basic utensils. Read More
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