Death Toll from Afghan Floods Rises to Over 150
[Asia Economy Reporter Seulgina Jo] The death toll from floods in the north-central region of Afghanistan has surpassed 150.
On the 27th, according to major foreign media and local reports, Afghan disaster management authorities announced that more than 151 people have died due to recent floods in northern Parwan Province and other areas. The number of deaths from the floods surged from 38 in the afternoon of the previous day to over 100 by night. Major foreign media also report that the number of injured exceeds 250.
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Recently, floods and heavy rains have occurred in 13 provinces in north-central Afghanistan, causing extensive damage in cities including Charikar, the capital of Parwan Province. Nearly 100 people have died in Parwan Province alone, and about 2,000 houses have been damaged.
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