Mild 3.5-magnitude earthquake recorded in Abu Dhabi's Al Sila'a
A 3.5-magnitude earthquake was recorded in the UAE during the early hours of Friday, August 8, 2025, the
According to the NCM, the quake struck at 12:00 a.m. UAE time in Al Sila'a, Abu Dhabi, at a depth of three kilometres.
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The tremor was mildly felt by some residents but caused no damage or impact, the centre confirmed.
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