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Tremors felt in RAK after earthquake hits Iran

Sunday, 10 February 2019 16:01

Mild tremors were recorded in Ras Al Khaimah after an earthquake struck Iran on Sunday.

According to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), a 5.0 magnitude in Qeshm Island was reported around 3:00 pm.

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— المركز الوطني للأرصاد (@NCMS_media) February 10, 2019

Few residents in Ras Al Khaimah took to social media to report the incident.

minor shocks were felt in ras al khaimah as well. #uae https://t.co/BbbEUvXb4Z
— Asif Khan (@_asif) February 10, 2019

Just felt it 7 mins ago in Al Hamra, Ras Al Khaimah. Chandelier was swinging a little while I felt it sitting on the couch.
— Johnny J Sabu (@sabtain7) February 10, 2019

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