Flood in Western Iran, Iran (2020-02-25)

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Activation time (UTC): 2020-02-25 18:58:00<br>
Event time (UTC): 2020-02-25 00:00:00<br>
Event type: Flood (Riverine flood)<br>
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Flooding (25 years return period) due to heavy rainfall hit western and southwestern provinces of Iran from 24-02-2020 and will continue to 26-02-2020 with accumulated precipitation over 150mm. According to the report from local authorities the flash flood is affecting mainly Lorestan provinces which activated the evacuation process for Mamulan and Poldokhtar counties. Serious damage is reported to bridges and rural arteries.<br>
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