Afghanistan :Flash floods killed 50 peoples, destroy residential houses covering around 2500 families, Thousands of animals died, transportation routes closed

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Afghanistan Flood:At least 50 people, including women and children, have lost their lives due to devastating floods in Afghanistan’s Ghor province. This information was given by Khaama Press News Agency. Local officials in Ghor said that about 2500 families, residential houses covering hundreds of hectares of agricultural land and orchards, hundreds of bridges, culverts and retaining walls in various areas were destroyed due to flash floods caused by heavy rains in the area on Friday.

Thousands of animals died, transportation routes closed

Thousands of animals died, dozens of vehicles were swept away in the floods. According to Khaama Press report, local officials in Ghor say that transportation routes have been closed in most districts of this province, including the Ghor-Herat highway.

Floods destroyed homes and infrastructure

Flash floods have wreaked havoc in Baglan province and many other provinces of Afghanistan. The rapid onset of floods due to heavy rains has caused heavy loss of life and property in Baglan and other areas. Khaama Press reported that reports indicate that floods have destroyed homes and infrastructure, and transport routes have been blocked, leaving communities isolated and in need of urgent assistance.

Help urged for flood victims

Local officials are mobilizing resources to provide assistance in the affected areas alongside national relief efforts. Challenges remain due to the scale and intensity of the floods.

On May 16, Pope Francis urged the international community to help flood victims in Afghanistan, Vatican News reported. During the general assembly, Pope Francis said he was praying for the victims, especially children and their families.

Floods in 18 districts of three provinces, 300 people killed

At least 300 people have died in floods in 18 districts of at least three provinces in northern Afghanistan in the past few days. According to the United Nations World Food Program (UNWFP), hundreds of people have been injured and many are believed to be still buried under the mud.