Abdul Ghani, a farmer from northern Afghanistan, rushed home after hearing about devastating floods that hit his village. Upon his return, he tragically discovered that his wife and three children had perished in the deluge.
Despite the challenges, Ghani, along with other survivors in Baghlan province, continues to search for missing family members and mourn the loss of their loved ones.
The heavy seasonal rains have caused over 300 fatalities and widespread destruction in Afghanistan, with Baghlan being one of the hardest-hit areas. Survivors are left with no shelter, land, or means of livelihood.
The United Nations and aid agencies are mobilizing efforts to provide emergency assistance to the affected communities, despite the obstacles posed by the Taliban-run government.
International organizations like UNICEF and the World Health Organization are sending relief supplies to the affected regions, while the U.N. migration agency is distributing aid packages to help restore damaged shelters.
This disaster follows another tragic event in April, where heavy rains and floods claimed the lives of at least 70 people and destroyed thousands of homes and infrastructure in several provinces.
The Taliban’s restrictions on women working for aid agencies have hindered relief efforts, with organizations highlighting the importance of female aid workers in reaching vulnerable populations.
As the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan worsens, the international community is called upon to support relief efforts and provide assistance to those in need.