Tremors caused by developmental works: MET

Maldives Meteorological Services (MET) stated on Thursday that the recent tremors reported in the atolls of Laamu and Lhaviyani were not earthquakes, but were caused by developmental projects undertaken throughout Maldives.

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Nafaahath Ibrahim

2018-06-15 02:10:42

Maldives Meteorological Services (MET) stated on Thursday that the recent tremors reported in the atolls of Laamu and Lhaviyani were not earthquakes, but were caused by developmental projects undertaken throughout Maldives.

The meteorological center said that Gan, Kadhdhoo, Fonadhoo and Maandhoo in Laamu Atoll reported the tremors around 11.35 a.m. on June 13.

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