Flash floods in Afghanistan’s Nuristan leave dozens dead, over 100 missing
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Rescue crews in eastern Afghanistan are searching for survivors and bodies after flash floods swept through Nuristan province on Monday, destroying homes and leaving widespread destruction. Authorities confirmed at least 20 people have been killed, with 80 injured and more than 100 still missing. The floods struck the provincial capital Parun and other areas, causing severe damage to homes, farmland, and public infrastructure. Officials warned that more heavy rain, thunderstorms, and extreme winds are expected in 10 of the country’s 34 provinces in the coming days. Afghanistan remains highly vulnerable to such disasters due to decades of conflict, poor infrastructure, deforestation, and the effects of climate change.
What’s verified
Flash floods hit Afghanistan’s eastern Nuristan province on Monday, affecting the capital Parun and surrounding areas.
At least 20 people were killed, 80 were injured, and more than 100 remain missing, according to multiple reports.
Rescue operations are ongoing to locate the missing and recover bodies from collapsed buildings.
The country’s meteorology department has warned of continued heavy rain, thunderstorms, and flash floods in 10 provinces.
Afghanistan’s vulnerability to extreme weather is amplified by conflict, weak infrastructure, deforestation, and climate change.
Where accounts differ
One source reports the death toll as 23, while another reports at least 20 killed. Both sources agree on 80 injured and over 100 missing.
Not yet confirmed
The exact number of buildings destroyed has not been specified by any source.
It is not yet known how many of the missing are survivors versus fatalities.
Key figures
Yousaf Hammad, National Disaster Management Authority
Afghanistan National Disaster Management Authority
Taliban government spokesman (unnamed)
Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation’s meteorology department
Sources: abcnews.com, dw.com
