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#13539105

5 Apr 2026

Dark and cloudy skies with rain and strong gusts are observed in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on May 4, 2026. Scattered rainfall began late last night across various districts in West Bengal due to a Western Disturbance. The Meteorological Department forecasts increased rainfall intensity and gusty winds starting Sunday, with severe storms and heavy rain expected from Monday to Thursday. Maximum temperatures may drop by 3 to 4 degrees Celsius. There is a risk of hailstorms potentially affecting agriculture, particularly mango and litchi yields. The department advises the public to remain vigilant due to the risk of lightning.

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#13539106

5 Apr 2026

Dark and cloudy skies with rain and strong gusts are observed in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on May 4, 2026. Scattered rainfall began late last night across various districts in West Bengal due to a Western Disturbance. The Meteorological Department forecasts increased rainfall intensity and gusty winds starting Sunday, with severe storms and heavy rain expected from Monday to Thursday. Maximum temperatures may drop by 3 to 4 degrees Celsius. There is a risk of hailstorms potentially affecting agriculture, particularly mango and litchi yields. The department advises the public to remain vigilant due to the risk of lightning.

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#13539109

5 Apr 2026

Dark and cloudy skies with rain and strong gusts are observed in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on May 4, 2026. Scattered rainfall began late last night across various districts in West Bengal due to a Western Disturbance. The Meteorological Department forecasts increased rainfall intensity and gusty winds starting Sunday, with severe storms and heavy rain expected from Monday to Thursday. Maximum temperatures may drop by 3 to 4 degrees Celsius. There is a risk of hailstorms potentially affecting agriculture, particularly mango and litchi yields. The department advises the public to remain vigilant due to the risk of lightning.

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#13539113

5 Apr 2026

Dark and cloudy skies with rain and strong gusts are observed in Tehatta, West Bengal, India, on May 4, 2026. Scattered rainfall began late last night across various districts in West Bengal due to a Western Disturbance. The Meteorological Department forecasts increased rainfall intensity and gusty winds starting Sunday, with severe storms and heavy rain expected from Monday to Thursday. Maximum temperatures may drop by 3 to 4 degrees Celsius. There is a risk of hailstorms potentially affecting agriculture, particularly mango and litchi yields. The department advises the public to remain vigilant due to the risk of lightning.

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#13509739

28 Mar 2026

Authorities at the Darbandikhan Dam discharge excess water through the spillways following a significant rise in reservoir levels in the Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Kurdistan region, Iraq, on March 28. After consecutive years of drought and record-low capacity, intensive seasonal rainfall has increased the water volume in the reservoir on the Diyala (Sirwan) River. Local residents and tourists are present at the site as the dam reaches its operational capacity. The infrastructure serves as a primary source for irrigation, potable water, and hydroelectric power generation for the Sulaymaniyah region and surrounding provinces.

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#13509745

28 Mar 2026

Authorities at the Darbandikhan Dam discharge excess water through the spillways following a significant rise in reservoir levels in the Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Kurdistan region, Iraq, on March 28. After consecutive years of drought and record-low capacity, intensive seasonal rainfall has increased the water volume in the reservoir on the Diyala (Sirwan) River. Local residents and tourists are present at the site as the dam reaches its operational capacity. The infrastructure serves as a primary source for irrigation, potable water, and hydroelectric power generation for the Sulaymaniyah region and surrounding provinces.

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#13509750

28 Mar 2026

Authorities at the Darbandikhan Dam discharge excess water through the spillways following a significant rise in reservoir levels in the Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Kurdistan region, Iraq, on March 28. After consecutive years of drought and record-low capacity, intensive seasonal rainfall has increased the water volume in the reservoir on the Diyala (Sirwan) River. Local residents and tourists are present at the site as the dam reaches its operational capacity. The infrastructure serves as a primary source for irrigation, potable water, and hydroelectric power generation for the Sulaymaniyah region and surrounding provinces.

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#13509755

28 Mar 2026

Authorities at the Darbandikhan Dam discharge excess water through the spillways following a significant rise in reservoir levels in the Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Kurdistan region, Iraq, on March 28. After consecutive years of drought and record-low capacity, intensive seasonal rainfall has increased the water volume in the reservoir on the Diyala (Sirwan) River. Local residents and tourists are present at the site as the dam reaches its operational capacity. The infrastructure serves as a primary source for irrigation, potable water, and hydroelectric power generation for the Sulaymaniyah region and surrounding provinces.

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#13509759

28 Mar 2026

Authorities at the Darbandikhan Dam discharge excess water through the spillways following a significant rise in reservoir levels in the Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Kurdistan region, Iraq, on March 28. After consecutive years of drought and record-low capacity, intensive seasonal rainfall has increased the water volume in the reservoir on the Diyala (Sirwan) River. Local residents and tourists are present at the site as the dam reaches its operational capacity. The infrastructure serves as a primary source for irrigation, potable water, and hydroelectric power generation for the Sulaymaniyah region and surrounding provinces.

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#13509765

28 Mar 2026

Authorities at the Darbandikhan Dam discharge excess water through the spillways following a significant rise in reservoir levels in the Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Kurdistan region, Iraq, on March 28. After consecutive years of drought and record-low capacity, intensive seasonal rainfall has increased the water volume in the reservoir on the Diyala (Sirwan) River. Local residents and tourists are present at the site as the dam reaches its operational capacity. The infrastructure serves as a primary source for irrigation, potable water, and hydroelectric power generation for the Sulaymaniyah region and surrounding provinces.

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#13509770

28 Mar 2026

Authorities at the Darbandikhan Dam discharge excess water through the spillways following a significant rise in reservoir levels in the Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Kurdistan region, Iraq, on March 28. After consecutive years of drought and record-low capacity, intensive seasonal rainfall has increased the water volume in the reservoir on the Diyala (Sirwan) River. Local residents and tourists are present at the site as the dam reaches its operational capacity. The infrastructure serves as a primary source for irrigation, potable water, and hydroelectric power generation for the Sulaymaniyah region and surrounding provinces.

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#13509774

28 Mar 2026

Authorities at the Darbandikhan Dam discharge excess water through the spillways following a significant rise in reservoir levels in the Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Kurdistan region, Iraq, on March 28. After consecutive years of drought and record-low capacity, intensive seasonal rainfall has increased the water volume in the reservoir on the Diyala (Sirwan) River. Local residents and tourists are present at the site as the dam reaches its operational capacity. The infrastructure serves as a primary source for irrigation, potable water, and hydroelectric power generation for the Sulaymaniyah region and surrounding provinces.

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#13509779

28 Mar 2026

Authorities at the Darbandikhan Dam discharge excess water through the spillways following a significant rise in reservoir levels in the Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Kurdistan region, Iraq, on March 28. After consecutive years of drought and record-low capacity, intensive seasonal rainfall has increased the water volume in the reservoir on the Diyala (Sirwan) River. Local residents and tourists are present at the site as the dam reaches its operational capacity. The infrastructure serves as a primary source for irrigation, potable water, and hydroelectric power generation for the Sulaymaniyah region and surrounding provinces.

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#13509783

28 Mar 2026

Authorities at the Darbandikhan Dam discharge excess water through the spillways following a significant rise in reservoir levels in the Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Kurdistan region, Iraq, on March 28. After consecutive years of drought and record-low capacity, intensive seasonal rainfall has increased the water volume in the reservoir on the Diyala (Sirwan) River. Local residents and tourists are present at the site as the dam reaches its operational capacity. The infrastructure serves as a primary source for irrigation, potable water, and hydroelectric power generation for the Sulaymaniyah region and surrounding provinces.

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#13509788

28 Mar 2026

Authorities at the Darbandikhan Dam discharge excess water through the spillways following a significant rise in reservoir levels in the Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Kurdistan region, Iraq, on March 28. After consecutive years of drought and record-low capacity, intensive seasonal rainfall has increased the water volume in the reservoir on the Diyala (Sirwan) River. Local residents and tourists are present at the site as the dam reaches its operational capacity. The infrastructure serves as a primary source for irrigation, potable water, and hydroelectric power generation for the Sulaymaniyah region and surrounding provinces.

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#13509792

28 Mar 2026

Authorities at the Darbandikhan Dam discharge excess water through the spillways following a significant rise in reservoir levels in the Sulaymaniyah Governorate, Kurdistan region, Iraq, on March 28. After consecutive years of drought and record-low capacity, intensive seasonal rainfall has increased the water volume in the reservoir on the Diyala (Sirwan) River. Local residents and tourists are present at the site as the dam reaches its operational capacity. The infrastructure serves as a primary source for irrigation, potable water, and hydroelectric power generation for the Sulaymaniyah region and surrounding provinces.

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