Earthquake strikes Iran island, tremors felt in UAE

Dubai - Some residents in Sharjah reported feeling light tremors.

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By Web Report

Published: Mon 17 Feb 2020, 3:55 PM

A 5.8-magnitude earthquake hit Iran's Qeshm island, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) reported.

According to the EMSC, the quake occurred at a depth of 47km, reported Sputnik News.

Tremors were felt in parts of UAE as well, posts on social media suggested.

Some residents in Sharjah reported feeling light tremors.

Web Report

Published: Mon 17 Feb 2020, 3:55 PM

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