Lake Urmia
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The CEO of the West Azerbaijan Regional Water Company announced improvements in Lake Urmia's condition, noting increases in its level, area, and water volume as…
Dredging of Rivers Prevented Flood Ingress into Qazlajeh Village in Tasuji
Preventive measures such as dredging and reopening river paths have successfully diverted recent heavy floods away from Qazlajeh village in Tasuji, East Azerbaijan. This action…
Good News About the Status of Lake Urmia
The water level of Lake Urmia has stopped declining due to significant rainfall in October, leading to a stabilization of its water volume. This development…
Stop of the Declining Water Level Trend in Lake Urmia
The water level decline in Lake Urmia has stopped due to effective rainfall in October, with the water volume stabilizing at around 2.55 billion cubic…
Good News About Lake Urmia
The Director General of Environmental Protection in West Azerbaijan announced a significant increase in the water volume of Lake Urmia, which has risen by approximately…
The Area of Lake Urmia Has Increased Fourfold / The Latest Status of Water Levels in This Lake Explained
The area of Lake Urmia has significantly expanded, increasing four times compared to the previous year, as reported by the local government official. This development…
Maragheh Selected as the First National Pilot for Water Governance
Maragheh has been designated as the first national pilot for implementing a water governance system in Iran, following the completion of relevant studies. This initiative…
The Significant Role of Agricultural Water Consumption in the Decline of Lake Urmia Compared to Climate Change
The Director General of the National Meteorological Organization highlighted that while climate change impacts Lake Urmia's water levels, agricultural water consumption and extraction from watershed…
Governor of West Azerbaijan: Maintaining the Water Level of Lake Urmia is Our Most Important Concern
The governor of West Azerbaijan highlights the improved water levels of Lake Urmia compared to last year and stresses the importance of water management in…
Revival of Lake Urmia: Lake Area Increased Fourfold
Lake Urmia has seen a remarkable recovery, with its water volume increasing significantly compared to last year. This development is highlighted by the West Azerbaijan…
Good News About Lake Urmia
The CEO of the West Azerbaijan Regional Water Company announced that Lake Urmia's water volume has increased significantly. This development is crucial as it reflects…
Population of Iranian Fallow Deer Increases Significantly at Lake Urmia National Park
The population of Iranian fallow deer has significantly increased at the Rashkan Site in Lake Urmia National Park, with 22 deer now present, including five…
Foreign Diplomats Explore Cultural and Natural Heritage in Urmia
Ambassadors and diplomats from nine countries and representatives from two international organizations visited Lake Urmia and historic sites in Urmia, Iran. This visit highlights Iran's…
Urmia University Professor: Unscientific Agriculture is a Factor Damaging Lake Urmia
The head of the Agriculture Faculty at Urmia University highlighted unscientific agricultural practices as a key factor harming Lake Urmia. He emphasized that adopting scientific…
Urmia Grape Festival Celebrates Cultural Heritage and Agriculture
The 9th Urmia Grape Festival is taking place in Chi Chest Coastal Village, attracting visitors and highlighting the cultural significance of grapes in the region.…
Salt Lake on the Brink of No Return; Prevention is Cheaper than Restoration
The article discusses the urgent need for preventive measures to save the salt lake in Iran, emphasizing that the costs of prevention are significantly lower…
Good Days for Lake Urmia: Water Volume Reaches 2.67 Billion Cubic Meters
Lake Urmia's water volume has significantly increased to 2.67 billion cubic meters, marking an 8.6-fold rise compared to last year. This improvement is highlighted by…
Fire Contained at the Coastal Area Overlooking the Village of Rashkan in Urmia Lake National Park
A fire was successfully contained at the coastal area near the village of Rashkan in Urmia Lake National Park. The containment efforts involved park rangers…
Tourism Revives as Lake Urmia Water Levels Increase
Lake Urmia has seen a rise in water levels, leading to the return of tourists and boats after months of decline. This development involves local…
Heavy Rainfall Revives Lake Urmia and Other Wetlands in Iran
Recent heavy rainfall has revitalized Lake Urmia and several other wetlands in Iran, leading to the filling of some water bodies for the first time…