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US strikes damage Iranian reservoirs, cutting water for 20,000

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US strikes in Iran damaged two reservoirs in the southern town of Sirik, leaving approximately 20,000 residents without access to safe drinking water. The incident occurred amid extreme heat, with temperatures reaching up to 50 degrees Celsius. Local officials stated that the destruction of these reservoirs has created a significant issue for the region's water supply network, as groundwater resources are insufficient to compensate for the loss. AI

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US strikes damage Iranian reservoirs, cutting water for 20,000

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Agence France-Presse ·

    Thousands of Iranians left without water in searing heat after US hits reservoirs

    Thousands of Iranians in the southern port town of Sirik have lost access to drinking water after US strikes hit two reservoirs in the area, Iranian state media said on Wednesday. The United States carried out strikes on the southern cities of Jask and Sirik and on Qeshm Island i…

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