Baghdad: Twenty people were killed and 80 others injured in flash floods that swept through Parun, the capital of Nuristan province in northeastern Afghanistan. The Afghan National Disaster Preparedness and Response Authority reported these figures on Monday, emphasizing the preliminary nature of the data as search and rescue operations continue in the affected areas. More than 100 people remain missing, highlighting the ongoing crisis.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the Afghan National Disaster Preparedness and Response Authority warned that the casualty figures could rise. The situation remains precarious as the Afghan Meteorological Department of the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation has forecasted the possibility of heavy rains. These could be accompanied by strong winds, dust storms, and thunderstorms, potentially leading to more flash floods in several provinces.

The authority has urged residents to steer clear of riverbanks and flood-prone areas. They have also advised adherence to the instructions of provincial disaster preparedness committees and taking necessary precautions to ensure safety. The situation remains dynamic, with authorities working tirelessly to mitigate further risks and provide relief to the affected populations.