May 19th 2024.
Recent heavy rainfall in Afghanistan has resulted in severe flooding, causing chaos and destruction in the country's northern regions. According to a spokesperson for the Taliban, the death toll has risen to 84 as a result of these devastating torrents, which have been ongoing for several weeks now.
The situation worsened on Saturday night when more heavy rains hit four districts in Faryab province. As a result, 66 people lost their lives, five were injured, and eight are still missing. Esmatullah Moradi, the spokesperson for the provincial governor, also reported additional deaths from Friday's floods, bringing the total to 84 in Faryab alone.
The aftermath of the floods has been catastrophic, with around 1,500 homes completely or partially destroyed and hundreds of hectares of farmland washed away. In addition, more than 300 animals have perished in the floods. These heavy seasonal rains are highly unusual for Afghanistan and have caused widespread devastation.
The province of Ghor has been one of the hardest-hit areas, with 50 reported deaths from Friday's floods. Abdul Wahid Hamas, spokesperson for the provincial governor, confirmed the high number of casualties in Ghor. The United Nations' food agency has stated that Ghor has been the most severely impacted by the floods.
The World Food Program has also expressed concern over the situation, stating that the unusually heavy rains have already claimed the lives of over 300 people in Afghanistan. In addition, thousands of homes have been destroyed, especially in the northern province of Baghlan. The WFP noted that survivors have been left with nothing, as their homes, land, and livelihoods have been destroyed. The floods have also made it difficult for aid to reach those in need, as many areas are inaccessible by trucks.
This recent disaster follows another series of devastating floods that occurred in April, claiming the lives of at least 70 people. The floods also destroyed thousands of homes, as well as mosques and schools in several provinces. The affected areas include western regions such as Farah and Herat, as well as southern provinces like Zabul and Kandahar.
The consequences of these floods have been dire, leaving many people without shelter, land, or means of supporting themselves. The Afghan government and aid organizations are working tirelessly to provide relief and assistance to those affected by the floods. Our thoughts are with the families who have lost their loved ones and are struggling to rebuild their lives in the face of this tragedy.
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