1.9 magnitude earthquake recorded in Al Halah in Fujairah: NCM - GulfToday

1.9 magnitude earthquake recorded in Al Halah in Fujairah: NCM

  • 18 May 2024
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A 1.9 magnitude earthquake on Richter scale was recorded in Al Halah in Fujairah at 21:57 (UAE time) on 17th May 2024, according to the National Seismic Network of the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).

The Centre said that the tremor was felt lightly in the area and had no impact.

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