Oman sits near the Makran subduction zone, capable of generating large earthquakes and tsunamis. This page pulls real records for Oman: the largest earthquakes on record from USGS, how often the ground shakes nearby, tsunamis from the NOAA database, and volcanoes from the Smithsonian program. Nothing is guessed.
A quiet recent record is good news, but many damaging earthquakes strike places that were quiet for decades. The only real protection is a warning the moment the ground moves - which is exactly what the free QuakeMate app gives you, along with tsunami and volcano alerts for Oman.
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An interactive breakdown of the earthquake, tsunami and volcano risk near Oman - or search any city or region.
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Earthquake risk in Oman - FAQ
Is Oman at risk of earthquakes?
Yes. On average about 1 quake every 10 years nearby of magnitude 4+ within 300 km, based on the last 20 years of USGS data.
What was the biggest earthquake in Oman?
We don't have a standout large earthquake on record close to Oman in the modern catalog, though smaller quakes can still occur.
Does Oman get tsunamis?
No tsunamis are recorded within 300 km of Oman in the NOAA database - though coastlines everywhere carry some residual risk after a very large offshore quake.
How do I get earthquake warnings in Oman?
Download the free QuakeMate app for iPhone. It watches your location and sends a real-time push the instant a quake strikes nearby, plus tsunami and volcano alerts, with custom magnitude and distance rules. On Android, join the waitlist.