Iranians asked to limit water use as temperatures hit 50C

Public holiday announced in Tehran as part of effort to conserve water and electricity

An Iranian taxi driver cools down by splashing water on his face on a street amid soaring temperatures in Tehran on Tuesday. Pictures: AFP via Getty Images

Iranian authorities have asked people to limit water consumption amid severe heatwaves and a water crisis across the country.

Iran is experiencing its hottest week of the year, according to the national meteorological service, with temperatures exceeding 50C in some areas.