New 8.2+ Earthquake off Sumatra

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A significant earthquake measuring 8.2 by the USGS and 8.5 by the Japanese seismic agency struck north of the December 2004 quake in Indonesia. A tsunami warning was issued, but there is no confirmation of a tsunami occurring. The region is already under stress from previous seismic activity, and there are concerns about the potential for further geological events, particularly near the Toba supervolcano. Monitoring efforts for Toba's activity in light of recent earthquakes have not been reported. The situation remains critical, and hopes are expressed for the safety of the region.
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Lets hope the danger has passed..that region could use a bit of good luck right now.
 
http://wwwneic.cr.usgs.gov/neis/bulletin/neic_weax_l.html shows it SE of the Xmas event. There was something in Sci. Am. about expectations of more activity in that direction since it hadn't relaxed during the big quake. Getting closer to Toba as well --- anyone heard anything about any effort to monitor that beast as far as looking for effects of the recent activity?
 
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aw man I hope not, that area doesn't need this
 

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