This is the blog archive for The Mangrove, a network established to facilitate psychosocial support to persons affected by the tsunami disaster of 26th December 2004 and its aftermath. The primary functions of 'The Mangrove' were to coordinate and enhance the quality of psychosocial response for the Batticaloa district. In late 2006, the network's focus shifted from coordinating the sector to supporting key institutions to build capacity to ensure services in the long-term.
BBC World News reports that threat of a tsunami from the earthquake off the coast of Sumatra on 28th March appears to have passed. Vigilance is urged in the next twelve hours, in case of further aftershocks.
posted by The Mangrove / Ananda Galappatti at 1:45 AM
A tsunami warning was issued in Sri Lanka following a reported earthquake (measuring 8.2 on the Richter Scale) off the coast of Sumatra. Government advice has been to evacuate coastal residences and for people to move to areas of safety. There has been no confirmation yet from Indonesia or elsewhere of actual tsunami waves. Residents of coastal areas are advised to keep listening to the radio for updates on the situation.
posted by The Mangrove / Ananda Galappatti at 12:17 AM
