Deadly flash floods kill 24 across Afghanistan

Severe flooding and relentless rain leave dozens dead, injured, and displaced across Afghanistan

At least 24 people have lost their lives across Afghanistan after days of intense rainfall triggered destructive flash floods in several provinces, according to local authorities and disaster management officials.

The worst-hit area was the northern province of Baghlan Province, where flash floods killed 15 people within the last 24 hours. Officials also reported dozens of injuries as floodwaters swept through residential areas and damaged infrastructure.

Farooq Akhplawak, spokesperson for the provincial governor, confirmed the casualties, stating that emergency teams were continuing rescue and recovery operations in affected districts.

In northeastern Badakhshan Province, two people were confirmed dead while two others remain missing following severe flooding. Local authorities said more than 100 homes were either destroyed or heavily damaged by the disaster.

Flood-related incidents were also reported in central Wardak Province, where one person died after heavy rainfall caused sudden flooding.

Storms Continue to Batter Afghanistan

According to Afghanistan’s disaster management authority, another six people were killed on Thursday in separate weather-related incidents across multiple provinces. Eleven others suffered injuries as storms and heavy rain continued to impact large parts of the country.

Spokesperson Mohammad Yousuf Hammad said ongoing bad weather has created dangerous conditions in several vulnerable regions.

Afghanistan has experienced repeated episodes of severe rainfall since late March, leading to widespread floods, landslides, and extensive damage to homes, roads, and agricultural land.

The latest tragedy comes only weeks after devastating April floods killed at least 148 people and injured 137 others nationwide.

Climate Change and Fragile Infrastructure Worsen Crisis

Afghanistan remains highly vulnerable to natural disasters due to decades of conflict, weak infrastructure, and widespread poverty. Remote communities are often left isolated during emergencies, making rescue and relief efforts difficult.

Climate experts warn that rising global temperatures are contributing to increasingly extreme weather patterns, including heavier rainfall and more frequent flooding events in countries already struggling with humanitarian challenges.

Authorities continue to assess the scale of destruction while aid agencies prepare emergency assistance for affected families.