It's known for its hot, dry summers and short, cool winters but not this year as Iraq was hit by a torrential rain and ice storm which led to meltdown in the war-torn country.
This incredible footage shows the extent of an unprecedented weather pattern that's caused chaos in the Middle East.
A frozen river of ice water is seen raging through the desert as these Iraqi men watch on in disbelief.
The region - renowned for its arid climate - has been hit by ice storms, strong winds and heavy rain in recent days leading to the Iraqi government declaring a state of emergency.
It's known for its hot, dry summers and short, cool winters but not this year as Iraq was hit by a torrential rain and ice storm which led to meltdown in the war-torn country.
This incredible footage shows the extent of an unprecedented weather pattern that's caused chaos in the Middle East.
A frozen river of ice water is seen raging through the desert as these Iraqi men watch on in disbelief.
The region - renowned for its arid climate - has been hit by ice storms, strong winds and heavy rain in recent days leading to the Iraqi government declaring a state of emergency.