Over the past three years, the largest lake in the Middle East, Lake Urmia, transformed from being filled with water into a mostly vast, dry salt flat. Drier conditions over that time led to this change captured by #Landsat 8 and 9 between Sept. 8, 2020 and Sept. 7, 2023. However, consecutive droughts, agricultural water use, and dam construction on rivers feeding the lake have contributed to its overall long-term decline since 1995. Full story:https://go.nasa.gov/46HVonY | NASA Earth
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Lake Urmia, once one of the largest saltwater lakes in the Middle East, has dramatically shrunk over the past few decades due to climate change and water diversion. Located in northwestern Iran, this vibrant turquoise lake is now a striking symbol of environmental decline. Its drying basin exposes vast salt plains, creating both ecological challenges and hauntingly beautiful landscapes. #geography #fyp #viral #canada #travel #adventure # | Urban Atlas
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