Amir Daftari
New satellite photos show the scale of Iran's worsening water crisis, revealing stark declines in two of Tehran's key drinking water reservoirs and in Lake Urmia, once a thriving inland sea.
The capital's reserves from nearby dams have plunged to historic lows, threatening millions of residents. Masoud Pezeshkian, the country's president, recently warned that without urgent conservation, Tehran could face severe shortages in the coming weeks.
"There won't be any water in dams by September or October" if consumption is not reduced, Pezeshkian said.
Why It Matters
Record heat, little rainfall and decades of mismanagement have pushed Iran to the brink of an environmental breaking point. Nationwide, the disappearance of vital water sources threatens agriculture, undermines electricity production and worsens air quality—placing both the environment and public health in jeopardy.
The fallout could even extend beyond Iran's borders, affecting regional food supplies and trade.
Amir Kabir Dam
The Amir Kabir Dam, also known as the Karaj Dam, about 39 miles northwest of Tehran, is a vital source of drinking water for the capital and an agricultural lifeline. The reservoir—designed to hold over 200 million cubic meters—now contains just six percent of its usable volume.
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