Hundreds of deaths occurred due to severe flash floods in northern AfghanistanRick Noack reports for The Washington Post. In short:Severe flash floods in Afghanistan's northern and western regions have left around 300 people dead, with many more potentially trapped. The floods were caused by "unprecedented rainfall," heavily damaging Baghlan province and destroying thousands of homes. — Reza Gul, survivorWhy this matters:The recent tragedy in Afghanistan is yet another example of the dire effects of climate change on vulnerable regions. Read more: Disaster by choice: The need to create a culture of warning and safety.

Source: Washington Post May 13, 2024 17:22 UTC