Deadly Floods Hit Northern Iraq as Thunderstorms Sweep Across Region
Violent storms have lashed northern Iraq and parts of Iran, while Portugal faces strong winds and Japan braces for further snowfall.
Deaths and Damage in Northern Iraq
- Deadly flash floods hit the city of Erbil in Iraq, causing extensive damage to homes and businesses.
- Streets were inundated as torrential rain fell over a short period, with rainfall exceeding forecasts.
- An estimated 80mm of rain fell in Erbil, compared to expectations of 30mm.
- Two people were killed in the floods.
- The city of Mosul also experienced severe flooding.
Impact on Other Countries
The violent storms have caused damage in neighboring Iran, where strong winds have been reported.
Portugal is bracing for strong winds, while Japan is preparing for further snowfall due to the weather disturbances.
</body> </html><small>Source: The Guardian — read the original story there.</small>