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See - Sada Elbalad
22-05-2025
- Climate
- See - Sada Elbalad
Iraq Records Hottest Temperatures of the Year, Reaching 49°C
H-Tayea Iraq has recorded its highest temperatures of the year so far, with temperatures reaching 49°C (120°F) in two southern provinces, Basra and Maysan, according to the Iraqi Meteorological Authority. The extreme heat comes weeks ahead of summer, signaling an early and intense start to the country's hottest season. In the neighboring Dhi Qar province, temperatures also soared to 48°C, while the capital Baghdad registered 44°C on Tuesday, with forecasts predicting a further rise to 46°C by Friday. 'This is the highest temperature recorded in Iraq this year,' said Amer Al-Jabri, spokesperson for the Meteorological Authority. 'In comparison, May last year experienced relatively milder conditions.' Iraq frequently experiences temperatures above 50°C during peak summer months, especially in July and August, though similar levels have been recorded as early as May in recent years. The country remains one of the five nations most vulnerable to climate change, according to the United Nations. A combination of declining rainfall, prolonged drought, and increasing sandstorms continues to exacerbate Iraq's already extreme heat conditions, posing serious challenges to agriculture, health, and energy infrastructure. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Egypt confirms denial of airspace access to US B-52 bombers News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies
Iraqi News
07-02-2025
- Climate
- Iraqi News
Earthquakes in Iraq Are Mild, No Cause for Concern
Baghdad -INA Iraqi Meteorological Organization and Seismology said ongoing seismic activity in the country remains mild due to its location in a geologically stable region. "The northeastern areas of Iraq lie within tectonic plate convergence zones, where fault lines and fractures contribute to occasional earthquakes," Amer Al-Jabri, the Organization's media director, told the Iraqi News Agency (INA). Specialized committees regularly visit affected areas to assess seismic activity, including tremors influenced by neighboring countries, Al-Jabri said. "Our region is geologically safe. These tremors are a natural result of the Earth's movements, which dissipate seismic energy, making quakes minor and mostly imperceptible," he added. Recent mild tremors have been recorded in Kalar, Jamjamal, Mandali, Khanaqin, and Badra, but none have caused significant impact.
