Thousands of residents in Sirik, Iran, have lost access to drinking water following U.S. airstrikes that targeted two reservoirs in the area, according to Iranian state media on June 10, 2026. The strikes were reportedly in response to Iran's downing of a U.S. Army Apache helicopter over Gulf waters. The attacks damaged reservoirs supplying the Bemani and Kouhestak areas, affecting approximately 20,000 residents. Local officials stated that with temperatures reaching between 45°C and 50°C, the situation has become critical. The region lacks sufficient groundwater to compensate for the loss of the reservoirs. Abdolhamid Hamzehpour, a senior official from the local water company, mentioned that efforts are being made to find alternative water sources for the affected villages. In response to the strikes, Tehran condemned the actions as being conducted under a false pretext and launched missile and drone attacks on U.S. bases in Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait.
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U.S. Strikes Impact Drinking Water Access in Southern Iran
U.S. airstrikes in southern Iran have resulted in the loss of drinking water access for 20,000 residents in Sirik, following damage to two reservoirs. Local officials report critical conditions due to high temperatures and insufficient groundwater. Iran condemned the strikes and retaliated with missile attacks on U.S. bases in the region.
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