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Devastating Floods Claim 61 Lives in Afghanistan

Devastating Floods Claim 61 Lives in Afghanistan

Post by : Bianca Haleem

In Afghanistan, a significant humanitarian crisis is unfolding as catastrophic floods and severe weather have impacted several provinces, resulting in 61 confirmed deaths and 116 injuries.

The Afghanistan Red Crescent Society reports that four individuals remain unaccounted for as rescue teams tirelessly work to locate them and evaluate the damage caused by the persistent rains and flash floods.

The destruction to infrastructure and local livelihoods is extensive. Reports indicate that 2,448 residences have been either partially or completely destroyed, forcing numerous families to seek shelter in alternative locations. Additionally, around 26,841 jeribs of farmland have been devastated, significantly hurting the country's already vulnerable agricultural sector.

The loss of livestock has also been severe, with more than 1,000 animals reported dead, exacerbating the economic challenges faced by rural areas that heavily rely on farming and animal husbandry.

Authorities are issuing alerts about a potential worsening of the situation, with forecasts indicating more heavy rain and an increased risk of further flooding, landslides, and storm-related chaos.

While emergency response measures are currently underway, the scale of devastation underscores the pressing demand for humanitarian support and improved disaster management plans in the area.

April 4, 2026 3:46 p.m. 133
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