WHO swiftly delivers 7 metric tonnes of medical supplies to flood-hit northern Afghanistan
The catastrophic floods caused extensive damage, including to health facilities, as shown in this image of Lata Band health facility, taken on 11 May 2024. Photo credit: WHO/WHO Afghanistan
12 May 2024, Kabul, Afghanistan – WHO Afghanistan has swiftly responded to the flooding crisis in northern Afghanistan by delivering 7 metric tonnes of essential medicines, medical supplies, and kits. This shipment is part of WHO’s ongoing efforts to assist the country in the aftermath of the devastating floods that hit the northern region on 10 May 2024, affecting several districts and isolating many more.
Heavy rainfall triggered the violent flooding, which affected more than 2000 homes across 8 districts, leaving hundreds of people homeless or trapped in their homes beneath debris and mud. The death toll currently stands at 300. With more than 100 people injured and a significant number of people missing, the death toll may increase significantly over the coming days.