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Nine Dead in Afghanistan as Heavy Rains Trigger House Collapses

Heavy rains in eastern Afghanistan have killed at least nine people after causing the roofs of several houses to collapse in Nangarhar and Maidan Wardak provinces. The incidents also left several others injured, including children. These latest casualties add to a devastating toll from recent floods, which have killed 99 people and injured over 150 nationwide in the past ten days. Aid groups warn more rain is expected, increasing the risk of further flash floods and landslides, particularly for vulnerable rural homes.

Key Points: Afghanistan Floods Kill Nine, Injure Several in Eastern Provinces

  • Nine killed in house collapses
  • Seven injured in Nangarhar province
  • 99 dead nationwide from recent floods
  • Thousands of families displaced
  • More rain predicted, raising flood risks
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Nine killed, several injured as heavy rains batter eastern Afghanistan

Heavy rains in Afghanistan cause house collapses, killing nine and injuring many. Floods have killed 99 nationwide in recent days, destroying homes and crops.

"a woman and two children were killed... after the roof of a house collapsed - Mohammad Yousuf Israr"

Kabul, April 6

At least nine people were killed and nine others injured after the roofs of several houses collapsed in Eastern Afghanistan following heavy rains and floods that swept across several parts of the country, local media reported on Monday.

The deaths were reported in Afghanistan's Nangarhar and Maidan Wardak provinces. Officials in Nangarhar said six people were killed as roofs of three houses collapsed in Pachiragam, Khogyani and Spin Ghar districts after heavy rainfall. According to local reports, seven people, including children, were injured, in the incident, Afghanistan's leading news agency Khaama Press reported.

Taliban police spokesman Mohammad Yousuf Israr said a woman and two children were killed in Maidan Wardak after the roof of a house collapsed in Jaghato district during heavy rain on Sunday. Local authorities said two people were injured in the same incident.

The latest casualties have been reported as floods wreak havoc across various provinces of Afghanistan, with roads, farmland and residential areas heavily impacted over the past 10 days.

On Sunday, disaster officials said that at least 99 people were killed while 154 others were injured in rain-related incidents and floods in Afghanistan. Furthermore, thousands of families have lost homes, crops and access to basic services due to heavy rains and floods.

Aid groups and meteorological authorities have predicted that more rain is expected in several parts of Afghanistan, raising the risk of further flash floods, landslides and structural collapses. Homes made of mud and other fragile materials in rural areas of Afghanistan are susceptible to collapse during prolonged rains.

Meanwhile, the United Nations Human Settlements Programme has said that more than 31,000 people were affected by flash floods in Afghanistan in 2025. In a statement, the United Nations Human Settlements Programme emphasised the need for disaster-resilient infrastructure, Khaama Press reported.

The agency said it was making efforts in cooperation with the Special Trust Fund for Afghanistan to help people better deal with future shocks.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Very sad news. It's a stark reminder of how vulnerable infrastructure is in conflict zones. The UN report about needing disaster-resilient buildings is spot on. This is a humanitarian issue that needs global attention, regardless of politics.
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Aman W
Terrible. 99 lives lost in recent days is a huge number. The mention of mud houses collapsing hits home—we see similar vulnerabilities in some rural parts of India during monsoons. Disaster preparedness is crucial. Hope the prediction of more rain proves wrong.
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Sarah B
While the immediate sympathy is for the victims, one has to ask about the governance. The article mentions the Taliban spokesman, but where is the long-term plan for basic infrastructure? Aid is a band-aid. The authorities in charge need to build properly. Just my two cents.
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Vikram M
So sad to read this. Losing homes and crops means the suffering will continue long after the rains stop. The international community, including India, should help with rehabilitation. We know about monsoon misery, maybe our disaster management agencies can share some expertise.
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Kavya N
Heart-wrenching. The image of families losing everything in a flash flood is devastating. I truly hope the Special Trust Fund and UN can make a real difference. Sometimes, news from our neighbourhood reminds us to be grateful for what we have.

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