Environmental situation in Oman is stable, no signs of elevated radiation
Muscat: The Environment Authority (EA) has confirmed that the environmental situation in the Sultanate of Oman is stable, with no signs of elevated radiation levels or any abnormal environmental impacts recorded so far.
The EA noted that it is closely monitoring recent developments related to the targeting of nuclear sites in the region, in light of the ongoing escalation and the potential transboundary environmental repercussions.
The EA confirmed that it operates within an integrated national system, in coordination with the relevant authorities, to monitor environmental and radiation data in real-time, through the radiation monitoring and early warning system deployed across the Sultanate of Oman's various governorates, in addition to continuous connectivity with relevant regional and international centers.
The EA said that it monitors and follows up around the clock are continuing, as part of its role in protecting the environment and ensuring the safety of people and natural resources in Oman.
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