Zoe Aziz

Thousands of people across northern Afghanistan have been devastated by deadly floods that swept through the region on May 12. Roads and agricultural land have also been destroyed by the floods, which struck after days of torrential rain. Afghanistan is currently in the midst of one of the world’s biggest food crises and thousands of people in the affected areas are already suffering from severe hunger. Islamic Relief fears that families who have lost land, assets and homes will be pushed further towards starvation.

Local Islamic Relief teams deployed on May 14 to provide support to flood-affected people of Baghlan. Additionally, the teams are gathering information on the extent of the damage, the needs of the affected population, and are coordinating with other responders and authorities. Islamic Relief is currently distributing Multi-Purpose Cash Assistance (MPCA) to the most vulnerable flood-affected people. More information is forth coming; please stay tuned to this page as we post updates, and please donate to help get aid to those affected.

Thanks to you, we’ve been able to accomplish so much. But there’s still so much more to do. By continuing to support our efforts in Afghanistan, you can help make a difference in the lives of those in desperate need.