NEWS: United Nations Reports Iraqi Devastated Marshlands Recovering Fast

In a good news story from Iraq, the marshlands drained by Saddam Hussein have recovered back to 40 percent of their original levels. Hussein drained the swamps in punishment to the occupants of the region but after he was toppled residents returned and broke the barriers which let the water back in to the region. The area is inhabited by people living on small islands and boats as they have done for thousands of years.



This is great news and some positive information to come to us from the region. In a land devasted by warfare, there is new life and the planet is recovering from the effects of this devastation. Hopefully more stories like that hit the wires showing recovery instead of massive widespread devastation of our lands and peoples.

[edit on 26-8-2005 by Mayet]

I remember hearing about this in history class last year and this truely is good news. I'm glad that at least something's been accomplished in Iraq, maybe more good news will follow.

I was wondering what was happening with this marshland and its people, it's great that it's being restored.

Thanks for sharing Mayet.

I also remember this story being around, a while ago though.

It's great to see they're finally recovering back to their original way of life. I'm sure they are much happier.