Significant rainfall on May 10th and 11th resulted in devastating floods that struck Badakhshan, Baghlan and Takhar provinces in Afghanistan, affecting Baghlan Markazi, Burka and Nahrin districts, and Pulikhumri city. Reports and assessments indicate that the floods have displaced more than 5,000 families, killed almost 350 people and injured more than 1,650. The flooding damaged or destroyed about 7,800 houses as well as important infrastructure, including roads, bridges, health facilities, agricultural lands and public schools.
Several health facilities have also been affected by the floods and reported as non-operational. Meanwhile, increased cases of waterborne illnesses—such as diarrhea and skin infections—have been reported in affected areas.
The emergency response team of International Medical Corps is working closely with ANDMA, IOM, the Health Cluster, WHO and other humanitarian partners to coordinate the humanitarian aid distribution in affected districts. International Medical Corps also has participated in meetings held by the Operational Coordination Team (OCT), the
Provincial Public Health Directorate, the Provincial Disaster Management Committee and the Directorate of Economy, focusing on coordinating joint assessment efforts and response.
Please help communities affected by the flooding in Afghanistan by supporting this project.
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By supporting this project or creating a giving opportunity of your own, you can make a lifesaving difference for families affected by crises in Afghanistan and worldwide.
With the support of our global community, in 2023, we:
• reached nearly 16.5 million people affected by armed conflict, natural disasters and disease outbreaks;
• delivered 9,331,598 primary healthcare consultations;
• trained 107,202 people on health, mental health, protection and nutrition-related topics; and
• assisted 2,375,098 people with vital nutrition support.
Join International Medical Corps in our mission to build a healthier and more hopeful world for all in 2024.
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*Please Note for recurring donations: Once we have determined that the community can continue to respond to the after-effects of this emergency without us, we will scale back our response efforts. At that time, we will redirect your future donations where they are needed most, to help us respond to future outbreaks of conflict, disease or disaster.
