The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) in the United Arab Emirates reported a 3.0 magnitude earthquake on Sunday, August 18, 2024.
The tremors were recorded at 12:14 UAE time.
According to the NCM’s National Seismic Network, the earthquake’s epicentre was located in the Sea of Oman.
A 3.0 Magnitude Earthquake is recorded in Oman Sea at 12:14, 18/08/2024 "UAE time” According to the NCM “National Seismic Network”
— المركز الوطني للأرصاد (@ncmuae) August 18, 2024
UAE record minor earthquake
The seismic event is classified as minor on the Richter scale. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often detected by seismographs but rarely felt by people.
Authorities have not reported any damage or injuries resulting from the tremors.