Afghanistan flash floods: Several hundred dead, thousands of homes washed away

Afghanistan flash floods: Several hundred dead, thousands of homes washed away

Afghanistan devastated by deadly floods
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Afghanistan devastated by deadly floods

Over 300 lives lost as flash floods wreak havoc across multiple provinces, leaving thousands homeless and in urgent need of assistance. (AFP image)


State of emergency declared
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State of emergency declared

Authorities declare a state of emergency as rescue efforts intensify to aid the injured and stranded survivors in flooded regions. (AFP image)

Rising death toll
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Rising death toll

Discrepancies arise in death tolls reported by government and humanitarian agencies, underscoring the magnitude of the disaster. (AFP image)

Widespread destruction
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Widespread destruction

Homes destroyed and damaged in Baghlan province, with thousands affected by the relentless force of floodwaters and mudslides. Survivors navigate through debris-littered streets as aid organizations scramble to provide essential assistance to affected communities. (AFP image)

Government response and air rescue operations
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Government response and air rescue operations

Emergency personnel deployed to provide aid and support, with military branches mobilized to assist flood victims in affected areas. Air force initiates evacuation operations to transport injured individuals to hospitals and deliver supplies to isolated regions. (AFP image)


Urgent distribution of aid
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Urgent distribution of aid

Ministry of National Defense begins distribution of food, medicine, and first aid to impacted communities in flooded areas. (AFP image)

Agricultural devastation
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Agricultural devastation

Farmland submerged, posing significant challenges to a nation heavily reliant on agriculture for survival. (AFP image)

International support urged
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International support urged

Calls for support from international actors to aid in relief efforts and provide assistance to Afghanistan in facing the challenges of climate change. (AFP image)

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