In Afghanistan, at least 20 people have died and over 100 are missing due to sudden floods
Kyiv • UNN
In the province of Nuristan in eastern Afghanistan, sudden floods have claimed the lives of at least 20 people. Another 80 people have been injured, and over 100 are considered missing.
At least 20 people have died as a result of flash floods in Nuristan province in eastern Afghanistan. This was reported by AP, citing local authorities, writes UNN.
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According to preliminary data, about 80 more people were injured, and over 100 are considered missing. Search and rescue operations are ongoing.
The floods have affected several districts of Nuristan province. Authorities are clarifying the extent of the destruction and the number of victims.
Afghanistan regularly suffers from natural disasters
Earlier this year, at least 110 people died in Afghanistan as a result of floods and landslides.
As AP notes, the country is particularly vulnerable to extreme weather events due to heavy rains and snowmelt. The destruction is also exacerbated by weak infrastructure and the effects of climate change.