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UNICEF Afghanistan Humanitarian Flash Update No. 3 (Central and Eastern Region Flash Floods), 11 August 2026
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· August 13, 2026
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Key takeaway Further details on the situation are available from UNICEF's Afghanistan Humanitarian Flash Update, which provides more information on the impact of the floods and the response efforts.
Heavy rainfall on 20 July triggered flash floods in several provinces, including central, northern, and eastern Afghanistan. The Eastern Region was severely affected, particularly Parun district in Nuristan Province. Preliminary reports indicate significant damage and loss of life.
The floods destroyed or damaged homes, health facilities, and infrastructure, disrupting essential services and livelihoods. Further details on the situation are available from UNICEF's Afghanistan Humanitarian Flash Update, which provides more information on the impact of the floods and the response efforts.
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Category: disaster Published: August 13, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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