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Rainfall causes over $283k loss to historical sites in Sistan and Baluchestan
According to Mohammad Hadi Tehrani Moghadam, the Director General of Tourism Department in the province, heavy rainfall over the past week has resulted in significant damage to up to 90% of historical buildings and artifacts in the region.
Concerns arose with unprecedented rainfall in southern Sistan and Baluchestan, raising fears of destruction to many historical structures and sites. Authorities have been unable to assess the extent of damage due to communication blockages caused by the floods. Among the worst affected is the historic mosque of Abdul Qadir in Nikshahr, which has suffered approximately 90% damage due to collapsing walls and water infiltration.
In addition, Firouzabad Castle, Kalah Gung Fortress, as well as historic sites in Zahedan, Saravan, and Suran, have experienced significant destruction ranging from 45% to 50% due to wall collapses and moisture infiltration.
Structures within forts such as Anoushiravan in Chabahar, the preliminary school of Zahedan, Tis Castle in Chabahar, and Bampour Citadel have also suffered damage of up to 40% due to erosion of mud bricks, water infiltration, and wall collapses.
In total, approximately 60 historical sites and buildings across Sistan and Baluchestan province have been affected by the recent rainfall, with damage ranging from 15% to 90%. Further rainfall in the coming days may exacerbate the situation, according to weather
forecasts.