Syria's flood zones after week of mayhem on Euphrates - in pictures

An inundated area in Syria's Deir Ezzor province following flooding after the Euphrates' water levels rose. Sana / AFP
As a measure to curb the flooding, water is released from the Euphrates Dam in Tabqa, Raqqa province. Sana / AFP
Floodwater swept away parts of the earth bridge at Al Siyasiya crossing in Deir Ezzor, forcing residents to rely on river ferries to cross the Euphrates. Sana
People in Deir Ezzor are packed on to a ferry to reach the other side of the city. Sana
The river's water levels are expected to subside in the coming days but the situation remains delicate. Sana
People living in affected areas have called for emergency aid and help in relocating to higher ground. Sana
Surging floodwater in Deir Ezzor, Syria. Sana