UAE closes Hamriyah beach in Sharjah after oil spill from tanker

The Sharjah Government Media Office announced on Tuesday that the UAE has temporarily closed Hamriyah beach as a precautionary measure to prevent marine pollution from an oil spill originating from a tanker.

According to an official statement, the office said: "Specialized teams and relevant authorities in the emirate are taking the necessary steps to ensure the safety of the beaches and prevent the spread of pollution."

The Sharjah Government Media Office also called on specialized teams, fishermen, and beachgoers to follow all issued instructions to safeguard public safety.

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Earlier, the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment reported marine pollution caused by an oil spill from a tanker, with its effects reaching the beaches of Umm Al Quwain. The ministry assured that the odors noticed by residents in Sharjah, Ajman, and Umm Al Quwain pose no health risks or concerns.

The ministry added that specialized teams, in coordination with relevant authorities, immediately began measures to contain the spill, cordon off affected areas, and start cleanup operations to minimize environmental impact. Survey operations are ongoing as a precaution to ensure the safety of the marine environment.