Tasnim � Heavy rains have contributed to flash floods in four northwestern provinces of Iran, affecting more than 1,000 people.





Spring rains pouring in Iran�s provinces of East and West Azarbaijan, Kurdestan, and Zanjan, affecting 17 towns.

Rescue teams have provided relief aid for 1,100 people in the flood-hit areas as of Saturday morning. 77 residents have been transferred to makeshift camps, while six have been hospitalized.











An official at Iran�s Red Crescent Society said 15 residents of Azarshahr and Ajabshir in the province of East Azarbaijan have gone missing.

Flash floods have also inundated the intercity roads and have damaged a number of bridges.

Traffic police has warned travelers against trips to the northwestern areas, calling on people to avoid camping along the riverbanks.

Meantime, schools in a number of cities in West Azarbaijan Province have been closed due to flooding and expected continuation of rainfall.