Severe weather conditions have wreaked havoc in Afghanistan and Pakistan, claiming the lives of around 70 people and causing widespread destruction.
Afghanistan’s disaster management department reported that heavy rains over the past five days have led to the deaths of approximately 70 individuals, with 56 others sustaining injuries. Moreover, over 2,600 houses have been damaged or destroyed, and 95,000 acres of farmland have been washed away.
The situation in Pakistan is equally dire, with 65 people killed in storm-related incidents due to heavy downpours.
Flash floods and collapsed houses have been reported, particularly in the northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region, where 32 people, including 15 children, have lost their lives. More than 1,300 homes have been damaged in this area alone.
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In Dubai, the impact of the heavy rains has been felt acutely, with Emirates airline cancelling all check-ins on Wednesday. The city’s infrastructure has been overwhelmed, leading to flooded access roads and disruptions in metro services.
The situation has been further exacerbated by the death of a 70-year-old man who was swept away in his car in Ras Al-Khaimah.
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The recent extreme weather events in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Dubai underscore the growing threats posed by climate change. Scientists warn that such incidents are likely to become more frequent and severe in the future. Efforts to mitigate the effects of climate change and improve preparedness for extreme weather events are urgently needed to protect vulnerable communities around the world.
