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UAE's NCM Records 5.2 Magnitude Earthquake In Southern Iran


(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)

The National Seismic Network stations of the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) recorded a 5.2-magnitude earthquake in southern Iran at 8:43am UAE local time on Sunday (April 14).

The tremors occurred at a depth of 10km. The centre confirmed that the earthquake was not felt in the UAE and had no impact on the country.

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This follows a series of recent quakes in the region. On Saturday, a 5.3 magnitude earthquak was also recorded in southern Iran. The National Seismic Network stations of the NCM noted that it struck at 4.37pm UAE time.

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Another earthquake of 5.9 magnitude was recorded in Southern Iran om August 5. The NCM said the quake had a depth of 10km (6.21 miles) and was slightly felt by residents even in the northern part of the country. The quake, however, had no effect in the UAE.

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