Monday, January 26, 2026-Over the past three days, extreme weather in Afghanistan has resulted in at least 61 deaths and 110 injuries as heavy snow and rainfall battered large parts of the country, officials report.
The National Disaster Management Authority said that the severe conditions have destroyed or damaged 458 homes and killed hundreds of livestock across 15 of Afghanistan’s 34 provinces, even as authorities struggle to reach isolated and cut‑off villages blocked by snow and landslides.
The casualties and damage reflect Afghanistan’s vulnerability to extreme weather, made worse by its poor infrastructure, decades of conflict, and the effects of climate change, which amplify the impact of storms.
Remote rural communities, many living in homes made of mud with limited protection against heavy snowfall or rain, have been hit particularly hard, with rescue efforts complicated by blocked highways and harsh cold. Officials have warned that the death toll could rise as more information comes in from hard‑to‑access areas.
These latest storms come amid ongoing humanitarian challenges, including recovery from devastating earthquakes that struck parts of the country last year and the broader crisis that has left millions reliant on international aid.
With winter conditions still severe in many regions, displaced families and vulnerable children face heightened risk from the cold and limited access to basic services, underscoring deepening concerns about Afghanistan’s ability to cope with recurrent natural disasters.
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