Severe flash floods struck northern Iraq on Saturday, resulting in two fatalities and widespread destruction across the city of Erbil. Violent thunderstorms battered the region, causing severe damage to numerous local homes and commercial enterprises.
The torrential downpour overwhelmed urban drainage systems, rapidly submerging streets. Precipitation levels significantly outpaced meteorological predictions, with approximately 80 millimeters of rain recorded in Erbil against an anticipated 30 millimeters.
Adverse weather conditions also affected neighboring Iran as the severe weather system moved across the area. More details are expected as the story develops.
