The Iraqi Ministry of Water Resources has announced significant torrent flows into the Tigris River from Iran, following recent heavy rainfall. An estimated flow of over 25 cubic meters per second has been recorded from several valleys, with expectations of further increases. Authorities are monitoring the situation to ensure effective water management.
The Ministry of Water Resources of Iraq recently reported the inflow of a substantial wave of torrents into the Tigris River, originating from Iran. Engineer Saadi Mahdi Saleh, the head of the Water Resources Division in Ali al-Gharbi, indicated that this phenomenon occurred after significant rainfall over the past two days in border areas shared by Iraq and Iran.
Water from various valleys such as Wadi al-Jifta, Wadi Talil, Wadi al-Za’faran, and Wadi Jabab is now entering the northern Shamshir outlet, contributing an estimated flow of over 25 cubic meters per second to the Tigris River. Further increases in this flow are anticipated shortly.
Additionally, smaller torrents have emerged from Al-Jafaj in Wasit Governorate, quantified at approximately 5 to 6 cubic meters per second via Wadi Al-Jalbab. However, the Shamshir smuggler in Ali Al-Gharbi has reported a more significant flow of 25 cubic meters per second, which is expected to keep rising. Authorities are closely monitoring this situation to ensure effective water management and enhance water reserves.
In conclusion, the arrival of torrents into the Tigris River from Iran has been confirmed by the Ministry of Water Resources. The substantial volumes of water provided by various valleys are crucial for bolstering Iraq’s water stock, enhancing the management of this resource amidst evolving conditions. Authorities are actively engaged in monitoring and optimizing the water flow to leverage this beneficial development.
Original Source: ina.iq
