In regions Afghanistan and Asia and in groups Afghanistan and Asia

Afghanistan

Pages

Afghanistan Floods Northern and Western Regions Flash Update No.1

Title
Afghanistan Floods Northern and Western Regions Flash Update No.1
Publisher
IM AFG ESNFI
Date
Source
Shelter Cluster
Response
Language
English
Tags
Infographic
Description

The document from the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reports on severe flooding in Afghanistan's Ghor and Faryab provinces on May 17-18, 2024.

Key Points:

  • Over 120 deaths and many are missing.
  • Extensive damage to 7,870+ houses, 150 shops, and agricultural land.
  • Immediate needs: food, water, shelter, and non-food items.
  • Health services were disrupted, with emergency teams providing essential supplies.
  • Significant damage to education facilities.
  • Humanitarian partners are coordinating relief efforts and ongoing assessments.

The report highlights the urgent need for humanitarian aid and the coordinated response by various organizations to support the affected communities.