Heavy seasonal rains in Afghanistan cause flash floods, impacting tens of thousands of children and resulting in over 300 fatalities.
Unusually heavy seasonal rains in Afghanistan have led to devastating flash floods, primarily affecting children in the north and west. The UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) reports that tens of thousands of children are still suffering from flood impacts, and the extreme weather conditions are indicative of an escalating climate crisis. The UN World Food Programme (WFP) has highlighted the struggle of survivors to make ends meet, with many losing homes, land, and livelihoods. Over 300 fatalities and thousands of destroyed homes were reported in May, primarily in Baghlan province.
June 02, 2024
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