Petra Flood: 1,800 Tourists Evacuated
Archyde Petra’s Flash Flood: Understanding the Risks and Preserving Ancient Wonders on May 5, 2025, Petra, the iconic city carved into Jordan’s sandstone cliffs, faced a stark reminder of its vulnerability: a sudden flash flood. The incident, which led to the evacuation of approximately 1,800 people, underscores the increasing challenges faced by world heritage sites … Read more