Northern Afghanistan faces devastation as flash floods triggered by torrential rains killed over 330 people this week, with entire villages washed away in multiple provinces 🌍💔. The World Food Programme (WFP) confirmed the death toll on Sunday, calling it one of the worst climate-related disasters in the region this year.
Heavy rainfall on May 10 submerged homes, destroyed farmland, and collapsed infrastructure across Baghlan, Takhar, Badakhshan, and Ghor provinces. Survivors described \"rivers of mud sweeping through communities\" as rescue teams struggle to reach remote areas blocked by landslides 🏔️⚠️.
Local officials report Baghlan as the worst-hit area, where floodwaters stranded thousands and disrupted food supplies. The WFP warns of \"immediate humanitarian needs\" as displaced families face food shortages and contaminated water sources 🚱🍞.
While Afghanistan frequently experiences seasonal floods, experts link this year’s extreme weather to broader climate patterns affecting South Asia. With more rain forecasted, aid groups urge international support to prevent further loss of life 🌦️✊.
