UAE announce temporary closure of Umm Al Quwain beaches
UAE announce temporary closure of Umm Al Quwain beaches The UAE has announced the temporary closure of all beaches and coastal areas in Umm Al Quwain, following an oil spill from a tanker. In a statement by the the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment, it confirmed the oil spill, and noted odours in Sharjah, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain "pose no health risks to residents". "Teams immediately…
The UAE has temporarily closed all beaches and coastal areas in Umm Al Quwain following an oil spill from a tanker, according to the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment. The ministry stated that while odors in neighboring regions pose no health risks, teams are already working on containment, cleanup, and remediation efforts to minimize environmental impacts. Fishermen and sea users are advised to follow official instructions and avoid fishing in the affected areas until further assessments are completed.
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