Tehran

The number of deaths caused by flash floods in Iran triggered due to the heavy rain over the past one week has increased to 69.

39 people were also injured and 45 others remained missing so far.

According to reports, six of the dead are Iraqi nationals.

Search, rescue and aid operations are underway in 661 regions in 24 provinces.

According to authorities, the casualties are likely to increase as the rescue work continues.

The floods have caused an estimated $28.12 million in damages.

It has affected 4,000 hectares of farmlands, 50 hectares of gardens, 30 animal husbandry units, and 10 fish farming units.

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Heavy rain across Iran is expected to continue until Monday.