Floods in northern Iraq kill two, injure five
In the Shorash sub-district, a school wall collapsed under the force of the torrents, claiming the lives of a 70-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman. Civil defense teams have been working tirelessly to rescue stranded residents and evacuate affected areas.
Authorities warned that unstable weather and additional rainfall could exacerbate the situation, urging residents to remain cautious. Emergency services have mobilized throughout the region to provide assistance, while local communities are grappling with blocked roads, damaged infrastructure, and disrupted daily life due to the floods.
The Sulaymaniyah floods come amid a season of extreme weather in Iraq, highlighting ongoing challenges in disaster preparedness and response in the region. Civil defense officials emphasized the need for heightened vigilance as the region faces continuing heavy rains.
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