50°C heat forces Iraqis to seek refuge in rivers, ice rinks, and aqua parks due to climate vulnerability.

Iraqis seek refuge in the Tigris River and indoor ice rinks amidst record-breaking heat, with temperatures often reaching 50°C (120°F). UN ranks Iraq among the world's five most climate-vulnerable nations, suffering from declining rainfall, desertification, and dust storms. As infrastructure struggles and power cuts persist, locals flock to rivers, ice rinks, and an aqua park for relief from the extreme conditions.

June 20, 2024
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