Earthquake recorded off UAE coast in Oman Sea

Quake measuring 2.1 on Richter Scale had no impact in the country

Last updated: January 22, 2023 | 16:41

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The quake occurred at a depth of 5km

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Dubai: An earthquake measuring 2.1 on the Richter Scale in the Oman Sea not far from the UAE shore was recorded by the National Seismic Network at 4.09pm on Sunday.

The National Centre of Meteorology tweeted that the quake, which occurred at a depth of 5km, was not felt by residents and had no effect in the country.

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