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2025-03-09 19:05
Ancient Achaemenid drains prevent water accumulation at Persepolis
TEHRAN - Recent heavy rainfall in Fars province led to the destruction of parts of historical houses in Shiraz, the provincial capital which is situated 70 km southward from Persepolis, which was once a ceremonial capital of the Persian Achaemenid Empire (c. 550 – 330 BC).
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2025-01-26 21:56
IRGC begins reconstruction efforts in flood-stricken villages of southeast Iran
TEHRAN – In response to the severe floods earlier this year that caused widespread damage to villages in Chabahar, Konarak, and Dashtiari in Sistan-Baluchestan province, the IRGC Ground Forces have initiated major reconstruction efforts, aiming to rebuild infrastructure and improve living conditions in the affected areas.
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2024-12-24 15:22
UNICEF improves access to safe water in flood-affected areas
TEHRAN –Following the devastating floods that struck Sistan-Baluchestan province, specifically in Chabahar and its vicinity, at the end of February 2024, the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has been providing critical assistance, including access to safe water, to the affected communities.
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2024-11-03 19:44
Angry crowds throw mud at Spain's king in flood-hit Valencia
King Felipe VI of Spain has faced angry protesters while visiting the Valencia region, which has been hit by unprecedented floods, BBC reported.
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2024-11-02 22:31
Spain deploys 10,000 more soldiers and police to flooded Valencia
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced the deployment of an additional 5,000 soldiers and 5,000 police officers to the eastern region of Valencia after the recent deadly floods.
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2024-11-01 22:20
Spain flood death toll crosses 200
Spain is grappling with the aftermath of a recent flood which has been described as Europe’s worst weather disaster in five decades.
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2024-09-16 17:58
Climate change impact on Iran’s cultural heritage debated by task force
TEHRAN – On Monday, the first meeting of the Climate Change and Cultural Heritage Task Force was convened in Tehran.
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2024-06-28 14:59
IRCS provides rescue services to 12 flood-hit provinces
TEHRAN – A total of 1,070 people benefited from rescue services of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) in 12 provinces of the country from June 21 to 27.
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2024-06-25 17:43
Old Jiroft’s boundaries defined after decades of wait
TEHRAN – The legal boundaries of the ancient Jiroft have been officially determined after nearly half a century, Kerman province’s tourism chief said on Monday.
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2024-05-27 22:19
Iran sympathizes with Armenia over deadly floods
TEHRAN - In response to the floods affecting various cities and residential areas in Armenia, the Iranian embassy in Yerevan has shown solidarity with the Armenian government and its citizens.
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2024-05-12 20:05
Iran conveys condolences to Afghanistan flood victims
TEHRAN - Iran has extended its heartfelt condolences to Afghanistan following the devastating flash floods that have swept through the country's northern areas.
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2024-05-05 17:09
Naqsh-e Rostam: efforts underway to safeguard treasured site
TEHRAN - Efforts have been initiated to monitor, protect, and restore Naqsh-e Rostam in response to a recent rainfall causing slight damage to the treasured site, announced a relevant official.
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2024-04-29 18:31
The role of climate, and floods in shaping ancient Persian Gulf civilizations
In a groundbreaking research endeavor, scientists have uncovered the intricate relationship between climate change and floods in shaping the ancient Persian Gulf human settlements.
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2024-03-05 17:22
37 historical forts in southeast Iran damaged by heavy rainfall
TEHRAN - Heavy rainfall in Iran’s Sistan-Baluchestan province has caused significant damage to 37 historical fortresses and structures, according to a tourism official.
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2023-12-07 10:38
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Heavy rains and landslides kill at least 65 in Tanzania
Houses, roads and bridges have been destroyed in the East African country, complicating ongoing rescue efforts. At least 65 people have been killed in landslides and flooding triggered by heavy rainfall in northern Tanzania, Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa said on Tuesday, revising the death toll of 68 given by regional officials a day earlier.
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2023-09-16 14:47
Iran sends relief consignment to flood-hit Libya
TEHRAN – The Iranian Red Crescent Society has sent a consignment of relief items as aid to those affected by the devastating flood in Libya.
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2023-09-12 12:04
Iran ready to send humanitarian relief to flood-hit Libya
TEHRAN - The Iranian Red Crescent Society has announced readiness to send humanitarian assistance and dispatch relief teams to Libya to assist the flood-affected people.
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2023-04-16 21:30
100 flood-hit structures in Yazd to undergo restoration
TEHRAN – Restoration work is to commence on a selection of 100 historical buildings, which suffered damage from floodwaters in Yazd province during the past Iranian year (ended on March 21).
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2023-03-12 21:00
Flood damages centuries-old bridge in West Azarbaijan
TEHRAN –A Safavid era (1501-1736) arch bridge in Takab county of West Azarbaijan province has been damaged due to heavy rain and flash flood, the deputy provincial tourism chief has said.
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2022-12-27 20:00
Over 7,600 flood victims receiving relief, rescue
TEHRAN – Relief and rescue services are being provided to 7,690 flood victims in 30 provinces across the country, Mehdi Valipour, head of the Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) Relief and Rescue Organization, has said.
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2022-12-06 20:57
60m Iranians live in flood-prone areas
TEHRAN – Some 60 million people in Iran are residing in flood-prone cities and villages, deputy head of the Natural Resources and Watershed Management Organization, Hooshang Jazi, said.
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2022-09-02 20:51
Pakistani FM expresses gratitude to Iran for offering relief to flood victims
TEHRAN- The foreign minister of Pakistan commended Iran for providing aid to Pakistan's flood victims in a phone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amir Abdollahian on Thursday.
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2022-08-14 21:25
Council established to safeguard Yazd’s cultural heritage
TEHRAN—Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has established a special council tasked with monitoring and protecting historical monuments, sites, and centuries-old traditions in Yazd province.
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2022-08-09 18:49
Relief being provided to over 4,700 flood victims
TEHRAN – Relief and rescue services are being provided to flood victims in 5 provinces across the country, Mehdi Valipour, head of the IRCS Relief and Rescue Organization, has said.
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2022-08-05 18:23
Flood incurs $740,000 damage to Tehran nomadic areas
TEHRAN- Flooding caused a total of 200 billion rials (around $740,000) damage to nomads of Tehran, Director of nomadic affairs of Tehran province has said.
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2022-08-03 19:48
Under-restoration citadel of Bam untouched by torrential downpours
TEHRAN – The UNESCO-registered citadel of Bam, whose restoration is still underway after a devastating earthquake in 2003, was unaffected by the recent torrential rains that hit many parts of the Iranian soil.
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2022-08-02 18:55
Relief, rescue operations underway in flood-stricken areas
TEHRAN – Aid to flood victims is still going on in 162 cities across the country, Mehdi Valipour, head of the IRCS Relief and Rescue Organization, has said.
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2022-08-01 20:26
Monsoon floods inflict $83 million economic toll on Yazd, tourism minister says
TEHRAN—Torrential downpours in the historical core of Yazd have caused some 25 trillion rials ($83m) in damage, Iran’s tourism minister Ezzatollah Zarghami said on Monday.
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2022-07-31 12:18
Leader issues message of sympathy to flood-stricken people
TEHRAN – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei has issued a message of sympathy to people in areas affected by flash floods and landslides.
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2022-07-29 16:48
Floods in 17 provinces leave 32 dead, 25 missing
TEHRAN – Flash flooding in 17 provinces of the country has so far claimed 32 lives and left 25 people missing.