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SGS detects two seismic tremors in Harat Al-Shaqa

Published 31 May 2009
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SGS detects two seismic tremors in Harat Al-Shaqa
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Riyadh - The National Network Stations of the Saudi Geological Survey (SGS) detected two earth tremors measuring 3.1 and 3.4 on the Richter scale and were at a depth of 6.88 km and 6.2 km respectively in Harat Al-Shaqa.
SGS also said the earth tremors occurred during the period from 12 pm on Friday to 12 pm Saturday, adding that a number of tremors measuring less than 3 on the Richter scale were detected, Saudi Press Agency stated.
However, SGS confirmed that no volcanic fumes were detected, and the thermal measurements are normal.

Last Modified Date: 10/02/2013 - 4:47 PM Saudi Arabia Time

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