5.3 magnitude earthquake strikes Iran, no effect in UAE: NCM

The quake struck at a depth of 10km

Last updated: May 27, 2025 | 05:40

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The tremor struck in the south-west of Iran.

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A 5.3 magnitude earthquake struck Iran early on Tuesday morning, the National Centre of Meteorology said.

The tremor was recorded at a depth of 10km in the south-west of Iran at 04.39am UAE time, according to the NCM’s National Seismic Network.

Its effects were not felt in the UAE, the NCM added.

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