Over 300 Dead in Afghanistan Floods as Survivors Search for Missing Loved Ones
Severe flash floods in northern Afghanistan have left hundreds dead, destroyed homes, and displaced thousands, with aid agencies rushing to provide emergency relief.
- The floods have devastated Baghlan province, destroying thousands of homes and leaving many areas inaccessible.
- UNICEF reports that at least 51 children are among the dead, highlighting the disaster's severe impact on families.
- Aid organizations, including the UN and Save the Children, are delivering emergency supplies and setting up mobile clinics.
- The floods follow a period of severe drought, exacerbating the region's existing vulnerabilities and food shortages.
- Climate change is cited as a contributing factor to the increased frequency and severity of such natural disasters in Afghanistan.