Flash flood caused by torrential rain in central Afghanistan claims lives of at least 12 people with 40 more missing, officials say
Flash floods happen regularly during the wet season as heavy rain courses down dry riverbeds. / Photo: AP Archives
At least 12 people have been killed and up to 40 more were missing following a flash flood caused by torrential rain in central Afghanistan, a government spokesperson said. Zabihullah Mujahid said on Sunday that urgent aid was being rushed to the disaster zone in the Jalrez district of Maidan Wardak province.
"With great sadness, we have received the news that 12 of our compatriots have been martyred and 40 others are missing," he said in a statement.Although Afghanistan lies on the western edge of the Asian monsoon footprint, flash floods happen regularly during the wet season as heavy rain courses down dry riverbeds.
Heavy rain and flooding have been hitting various corners of the world in recent days, such as Somalia, New Zealand, and the United States.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Illegal towing operation exposed in Harvey, dozens of vehicles seized in raidPolice, on Thursday, uncovered an illegal towing operation in south suburban Harvey, and ordered the seizure of more than 60 vehicles during their investigation.
Read more »
After decades of struggle in Israel, dozens of African Hebrew Israelites face deportationOver the decades, the Black Hebrews have made gradual inroads into Israeli society. About 500 members hold Israeli citizenship, and most of the rest have permanent residency. But about 130 have no formal status and now face deportation.
Read more »
Organizations begin mustering help for dozens being uprooted from central Pa. campgroundAn array of help is available, but a shortage of affordable housing also looms large.
Read more »
148 people, including dozens of children, rescued from abandoned truck in Mexico | CNNDozens of Central American migrants, including 23 unaccompanied children, were rescued Friday from a box truck abandoned on the side of a highway amid sweltering temperatures in the southeastern state of Veracruz, according to the Mexico’s National Institute of Migration (INM).
Read more »
As Taiwan prepares for anti-invasion exercises, China sends dozens of warplanes toward the islandChina sent dozens of warplanes, including fighter jets and bombers, toward Taiwan, the island's Defense Ministry says, marking a forceful display days before the democracy plans to hold military exercises aimed at defending itself against invasion.
Read more »