A recent and intense period of heavy rainfall and ‍snowfall,‍ coupled with a notable cold snap, has brought widespread ⁣disruption to large⁤ parts of‌ Iran.The ⁤Iranian Red Crescent Society has been ⁢at the forefront ‌of responding to the crisis, providing critical​ assistance to communities ‌impacted by snowstorms, blizzards,​ and flooding.

As of Friday, December 20, 2024, the red Crescent reports that their relief operations have directly ⁤benefited approximately ⁤18,000⁢ people, particularly in the ⁤southern regions of the country.This assistance includes the provision of essential⁢ relief items to 13,224 individuals and food supplies for⁣ another ‌4,713,⁣ addressing immediate​ needs for shelter and sustenance.

The scale of ⁣the response has been​ considerable, with 151⁤ Red⁣ Crescent‍ branches activating ‌across 225 operational sites nationwide. Beyond simply distributing aid,the institution has focused on protecting vulnerable populations,successfully transferring 139 individuals to safer​ locations. Eleven people with injuries‍ sustained during ‍the weather​ events have been ​transported to medical centers for treatment, while two others received ​outpatient care in the provinces of East Azerbaijan and Fars.

Tragically, the severe weather has claimed lives. the Red ‌Crescent confirmed the heartbreaking loss of two children during this period. Adding⁤ to the sorrow, a‌ dedicated Red Crescent rescuer was also killed while working ⁢to assist ⁤flood victims in Jahrom, southern Iran, demonstrating the⁣ immense risks faced by first ​responders during these emergencies.

The Red Crescent’s rapid and extensive mobilization⁤ underscores the importance of preparedness and coordinated ‌disaster response in mitigating the impact of extreme weather‍ events. This situation highlights the increasing vulnerability of communities worldwide ⁤to climate-related disasters and‍ the critical role of humanitarian organizations in‌ providing life-saving assistance.