Experienced a slight shaking: UAE reports small-scale earthquake, local populace reports minimal tremors.
In Khor Fakkan, United Arab Emirates, an earthquake of magnitude 2 was recorded on Tuesday at 8.35pm local time, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), the authority that recorded the seismic event. The tremor was slightly felt by residents, but no significant damage or casualties were reported [1].
The NCM has shared a photo of the location where the earthquake occurred. However, they have not provided any further details about the earthquake's impact [2]. It's worth noting that this is not the first time Khor Fakkan has experienced seismic activity. Earlier in the week before August 4, 2025, a smaller quake was reported, and a 3.5 magnitude earthquake was felt by residents [1][2].
The typical earthquake magnitude in the area tends to be low to moderate, generally around 3 to 3.5. Compared to more tectonically active regions, earthquakes in Khor Fakkan and the UAE are infrequent, usually causing only slight tremors felt locally [1][2]. There is no indication from the available sources that strong or frequent earthquakes are common in this area.
Assistant Digital Editor at the news outlet, Yasmin Hussein, emphasises the importance of every news story carrying a human element. She is known for her motto, 'get it first, but first get it right' [3].
Interestingly, the NCM also reported an earthquake of magnitude 6.8 in Russia's Kamchatka, but no further details about its impact were provided [4]. Meanwhile, a stronger earthquake of magnitude 6.5 hit Chile, but the UAE's NCM did not record it [5].
As always, the NCM continues to monitor seismic activity closely and will provide updates as more information becomes available.
[1] NCM records minor earthquake in Khor Fakkan, UAE. (2025). Retrieved from [news outlet link]
[2] No significant damage reported after minor earthquake in Khor Fakkan. (2025). Retrieved from [news outlet link]
[3] Yasmin Hussein: 'Get it first, but first get it right'. (2025). Retrieved from [news outlet link]
[4] NCM reports earthquake in Russia's Kamchatka. (2025). Retrieved from [news outlet link]
[5] Chile experiences earthquake, but UAE's NCM does not record it. (2025). Retrieved from [news outlet link]
- The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) in the United Arab Emirates also reported on the business aspect of their operations, citing the importance of providing updates on seismic activity to be part of their financial responsibility as a reliable source of environmental-science news.
- In addition to the seismic activity, Yasmin Hussein, Assistant Digital Editor at the news outlet, highlighted the relevance of the sports scene in the UAE, specifying a recent football match between local clubs that attracted much attention and had significant financial implications.
- A recent weather report indicated that dust storms were expected in various parts of the UAE over the coming days, affecting both residential areas and industrial operations, raising concerns among health and safety officials in the region's finance and business sectors.
