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Rescue efforts continue in Afghanistan following deadly flash floods in three northeastern provinces this past weekend.
The Resident Representative of the UN Development Programme (UNDP), Stephen Rodriques, said that so far, 180 deaths have been confirmed and nearly 9,000 homes have been damaged or completely destroyed.
The UN has deployed just over 20 teams to the region to conduct a joint assessment alongside partners and the de-facto authorities.
UN News’ Anshu Sharma asked him about challenges to the relief efforts and plans for longer-term support.
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Rescue efforts continue in Afghanistan following deadly flash floods in three northeastern provinces this past weekend.
The Resident Representative of the UN Development Programme (UNDP), Stephen Rodriques, said that so far, 180 deaths have been confirmed and nearly 9,000 homes have been damaged or completely destroyed.
The UN has deployed just over 20 teams to the region to conduct a joint assessment alongside partners and the de-facto authorities.
UN News’ Anshu Sharma asked him about challenges to the relief efforts and plans for longer-term support.
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