30 Mar, 14:20··

Over 120 dead in floods in Afghanistan and Pakistan

Der Spiegel

Severe storms have caused deaths and damage in Afghanistan and Pakistan. More than 120 people have died. The storms are hurting many communities.

Heavy rain and storms have caused widespread problems in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Seventy-seven people died and 137 were injured in Afghanistan from flooding and landslides. Hundreds of houses were damaged or destroyed. Authorities are warning about more bad weather. Many children were among those who died in the flooding.

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Highlights

High Death Toll in Storms

More than 120 people have died in Afghanistan and Pakistan due to storms and flooding.

77 Deaths in Afghanistan

Extreme weather caused 77 deaths and 137 injuries in Afghanistan from flooding and landslides.

Damage to Homes and Roads

Thousands of homes were damaged, and a major highway was closed due to the storms.

28 Deaths in Afghanistan Landslides

Heavy rainfall and landslides caused 28 deaths and 49 injuries in Afghanistan.

188 Deaths Total

At least 188 people have died in Pakistan and Afghanistan from the severe flooding.

Perspectives

Sources agree
  • Severe storms caused damage and loss of life in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
  • Flooding and related incidents resulted in many deaths.
  • Extreme weather impacted vulnerable communities and infrastructure.
  • Heavy rainfall and landslides caused damage and injuries.

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