Iranians asked to limit water use as temperatures hit 50C

An Iranian taxi driver cools down by splashing water on his face on a street amid soaring temperatures in Tehran on Tuesday. Pictures: AFP via Getty Images
Iranian authorities have asked people to limit water consumption amid severe heatwaves and a water crisis across the country.
Iran is experiencing its hottest week of the year, according to the national meteorological service, with temperatures exceeding 50C in some areas.
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