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Iran (Islamic Republic of): Snowstorm: 2008/01/07
GLIDE: CW-2008-000025-IRN
| Period | 2008/01/07 |
|---|---|
| Country or District | Iran (Islamic Republic of) |
| Event Type | Snowstorm |
| Outline | The heaviest snowfall in more than a decade has left at least 21 people dead in Iran -- some buried under avalanches, some frozen to death and others killed in traffic accidents, state media reported Monday. |
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| Human Impact | Physical Impact | Others |
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Report/Articles
BBC news 2008/01/07
In Iran, heavy snow over recent days has seen eight people frozen to death after being trapped in their cars.
CNN.com 2008/01/07
Iranian snow storm \'kills 21\'