Climate · Ras Al Khaimah, UAE · United Arab Emirates · October 24, 2026

Ras Al Khaimah closes all beaches over oil spill

Reported by 3 outlets · first reported Oct 23, 11:30 AM ET

Ras Al Khaimah in the UAE closed all its beaches "until further notice" because of an oil spill. The spill earlier reached beaches in Umm Al Quwain after a tanker was struck off the UAE coast. Satellite images show oil spreading for miles along the shore.

Why it matters

The spill threatens marine wildlife and coastal tourism along the UAE's northern coast.

Background

Tanker attacks near Hormuz have multiplied this month. The UAE's climate ministry has sent teams to contain the oil.

Sources

• The National ↗Oct 24, 7:13 AM ET
• BBC News ↗Oct 23, 11:30 AM ET

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