Isa Kalantari, the secretary of the Urmia Lake Revival Headquarters, stated in an interview with ILNA news agency on Wednesday that Lake Urmia, which had about 800 million cubic meters of water two years ago, now has 2.4 billion cubic meters of water; nearly three times more than two years ago. The secretary of the Urmia Lake Revival Headquarters added that the area of the lake, which was less than 1,000 square kilometers two years ago, has now reached 2,200 square kilometers, and the salinity of the water has decreased from 51% to 34%. Isa Kalantari considers all of these as evidence of the improvement in the condition of Lake Urmia, exceeding the goals set during the stabilization period. He reported the return of Artemia (the special aquatic species of Lake Urmia) and algae to the lake. Ismail Kahrom, an environmental expert in Tehran and advisor to the Department of Environment, discussed this phenomenon in an interview with Radio Farda.
Return of Artemia and Algae to Lake Urmia
Lake Urmia has seen a significant increase in water levels and area, with a decrease in salinity, indicating ecological recovery. Isa Kalantari highlights the return of Artemia and algae as signs of progress. This development is crucial for environmental restoration efforts in Iran.
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📰 What Happened
Lake Urmia has experienced a significant ecological recovery, with water levels increasing from 800 million to 2.4 billion cubic meters and a reduction in salinity. The return of Artemia and algae indicates a positive trend in the lake's health.
- Lake Urmia's area has expanded from less than 1,000 square kilometers to 2,200 square kilometers.
- Salinity levels have decreased from 51% to 34%.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Lake Urmia has suffered from severe drought and mismanagement, leading to drastic reductions in water levels and ecological degradation. Efforts to revive the lake are crucial for restoring its ecosystem.
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