Overview
- The Israel Defense Forces said they hit multiple fuel depots in and around the capital, igniting large oil fires.
- Residents documented oily, black precipitation and strong petroleum odors, while Iranian agencies warned the rainfall could be highly acidic and dangerous.
- The World Health Organization confirmed receiving multiple reports of oil‑laden rain and advised people to remain indoors due to respiratory risks.
- Meteorologists say an extratropical storm likely scavenged soot, hydrocarbons and combustion gases from the fire plume into clouds, producing contaminated rain.
- Regional monitoring flags potential spread, with Pakistan’s meteorological service warning of possible air‑quality deterioration and satellites showing post‑strike spikes in NO2 and SO2 over Tehran.