Extreme Weather in Afghanistan Results in 17 Fatalities
Extreme Weather in Afghanistan Results in 17 Fatalities
US · Published Mar 29, 2026
Extreme weather in Afghanistan has caused 17 fatalities due to heavy rainfall and flooding.
The Afghanistan disaster management authority has issued warnings for eastern and central regions, advising residents to avoid flood-prone areas.
Afghanistan's vulnerability to extreme weather is worsened by conflict, poor infrastructure, and climate change.
Severe weather causes deaths in Afghanistan
Afghanistan is currently experiencing severe weather conditions that have resulted in 17 deaths. Heavy rainfall, particularly in the eastern and central regions, is expected to continue into Monday, prompting warnings from the Afghanistan disaster management authority about potential flooding. Residents are advised to avoid river banks and flood-prone areas, and local officials are on standby to provide assistance.
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