Severe Weather Warning Issued as Afghanistan Faces Heavy Rain and Potential Flooding

The Meteorological Department of the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation has warned of the potential for heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and flash floods affecting 26 provinces across the country. Concurrently, the Natural Disaster Management Authority reported that the death toll from recent weather-related incidents has reached 157 since the beginning of Hamal.

Weather Forecast and Rainfall Distribution Map

The Meteorological Department, operating under the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation, has issued a serious warning about the likelihood of severe rainfall and flash floods across extensive areas of Afghanistan. According to their forecasts, 26 provinces will experience heavy rains, thunderstorms, and relatively strong winds, resulting in sudden flooding.

The provinces under this warning include Faryab, Sar-e Pol, Badghis, Herat, Farah, Ghor, Helmand, Kandahar, Zabul, Urozgan, Daikundi, Bamiyan, Ghazni, Wardak, Logar, Paktia, Khost, Paktika, Nangarhar, Laghman, Panjshir, Kapisa, Parwan, Baghlan, Samangan, and Takhar. Rainfall is estimated to range from 10 to 40 millimeters in these regions. Additionally, it has been reported that in high-altitude and colder areas, there is a possibility of snowfall, which could significantly complicate transportation challenges.

Shocking Human Casualty and Damage Statistics

Amidst these warnings, the emergency preparedness authority has released new statistics on casualties from recent incidents. The report indicates that from the 6th of Hamal until now, at least 157 individuals have lost their lives due to torrential rains, flooding, and landslides across various provinces. In addition to the loss of life, these events have caused extensive financial damage, including the destruction of hundreds of homes and agricultural land.