The United Nations said that since the beginning of 2026, floods have damaged the homes of nearly 14,000 people in Afghanistan.
The agency said today (April 13) that these incidents highlight the urgent need for disaster-resilient infrastructure.
The Taliban previously said that since March 2026, floods across several provinces—particularly in the north, northeast, and west—have killed 161 people.
Reports say recent floods have destroyed thousands of homes, agricultural lands, and livestock, wiping out the livelihoods of hundreds of families. In some areas such as Nangarhar, heavy rainfall has also caused roof collapses, leading to further casualties.
Afghanistan, as one of the countries most vulnerable to climate change, faces severe seasonal flooding every year. However, according to the United Nations, the recent casualties highlight the lack of adequate infrastructure standards in the country.
