YEREVAN. – The level of Lake Sevan reduced by 5 cm in July, reported the Armenian National Statistical Service.

The Lake was above sea level by 1900.42 meters on July 31, while it was higher by 23 cm as compared with the same day last year.

The main reason for the reduction of the level in July is irrigation. Water quantity taken for this reason from the lake made 71.199 cubic meters in 2011.