Flash floods in Iran’s southern Drought-stricken Province of Fars have killed at least 21 people, state television said on Saturday.
Heavy rains grew the Roudbal River near the city of Estahban, according to the city’s governor, Yousef Karegar.
Karegar said rescue groups had rescued another 55 people who were trapped by the flash floods, but at least six other people were still missing.
The floods affected more than 10 villages in the province, he added.
Iranian Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi shared his condolences with the families of the flood victims, state television later reported.
Iran’s meteorological branch has warned of heavy seasonal rains across the country, which is facing a decades-long drought blamed on climate change. Flash flood risks have also been exacerbated by the widespread structure of buildings and roads near river beds.
In March 2018, a flash flood in Fars province killed several people.