Iranian officials have expressed hope that residents of the country’s western provinces will have fewer problems with dust particles this year due to the heavy precipitation anticipated in Iraq. The observed environmental changes in Iran and neighbouring countries reduce the possibility of such optimism and appear to indicate that in the coming year and […]
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Schools, offices close in Zabol due to pollution
Air pollution and a high volume of dust particles have led to the closure of schools and government offices in Zabol. IRNA reports that according to Zabol Governor Hooshang Nazeri, the level of air pollutants in the city in recent days has been 40 times acceptable world standards and “12 times over dangerous levels.” […]
Drying wetlands in 40 regions contributing to air pollution
The head of biodiversity for the Department of the Environment reports that 40 wetland areas in Iran have partially or completely dried out. IRNA reports that in 40 regions, the wetlands have dried out anywhere from 20 to 100 percent, and the main cause is the lack of effective management of water resources. Agricultural […]