A magnitude 5.9 quake stroke Tazehabad, Western Kermanshah province, around 3 AM on Sunday. The tremor occured at the depth of 8 km and has so far claimed three lives, injuring 243 individuals.
Iranian President had separate phone conversations with Fazli and Bazvand, hearing the latest reports on the situation of quake-hit areas. He issued necessary commands to help relieve victims.
Interior Minister will pay a visit to quake-hit area tomorrow to inspect the process of relief and rescue closely.
Also, First Vice President Es'hagh Jahangiri had a separate telephone conversation with Kermanshah Governor General, and highlighted the need to use the all the potentials to provide help for the victims.
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