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Iraq's water storage surges 580% after heavy rains, minister says
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Iraq's water storage surges 580% after heavy rains, minister says
Iraq's water reserves have risen to 34 billion cubic meters from a low of 5 billion cubic meters at the start of 2026, supported by heavy rainfall, the Water Resources Minister announced.
- Water Resources Minister Muthanna al-Tamimi said the country's water storage reached 34 billion cubic meters, a 580% increase from the 5 billion recorded in early 2026.
- Al-Tamimi stated that Iraq experienced its most severe water shortage since 1933 in late 2025 and early 2026.
- The minister called for maintaining the current water levels to support the agricultural season and ensure sufficient irrigation for farmers.
- Agriculture Undersecretary Mahdi Sahr al-Jubouri said the ministry expects wheat production to reach 5 million tons in the 2025–2026 season, enabling self-sufficiency for the fourth consecutive year.
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