Ras Al Khaimah’s Public Services Department announced that all beaches in the emirate would close until further notice. The announcement came a day after an offshore oil leak prompted beach closures in neighbouring Umm Al Quwain and Sharjah; the UAE said efforts were underway to contain the leak from a tanker.
WHO:Ras Al Khaimah’s Public Services Department
WHAT:Announced that all beaches in the emirate would close until further notice.
WHEN:Oct 24, 2026
WHERE:Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
WHY:No reason for the beach closures was given.
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