Iraq’s southern marshes recovering after heavy rainfall

Iraq was hit by rainfall and flash floods earlier in December, with large parts of the country seeing rainfall in excess of 120 millimeters in some areas.

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Dying waters: Climate change forces Iraq’s marsh families into urban struggle

Once thriving on the rich ecosystems of Iraq’s southern marshes, families like that of Naji Arhim have been uprooted by severe drought and water shortages. Generations of fishermen and buffalo herders have seen their lands turn to dust, pushing them into cities where their traditional skills no longer apply.

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Iraq says recent rain surge revived marshes, increased water reserves

The marshes, a UNESCO World Heritage site, have been severely affected by climate change. Increasing temperatures and drought have dealt great damage to the marshes.

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The impact of climate change on Iraq's marshes

Dalmaj Marsh in Diwaniyah suffers from the ramifications of climate change.

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Iraqi marshes lose their icon as buffaloes die of thirst

Water buffaloes are disappearing in southern Iraq despite attempts to curb their demise and support the dwindling number of farmers that have not yet given up.

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Women hit hardest as Iraq’s marshes shrivel up

Severe water shortages in Iraq’s southern historic marshlands are affecting local women disproportionately.

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