Rescuers in Afghanistan search for scores missing after floods kill at least 23
Rescue efforts are underway in Afghanistan's Nuristan province following flash floods that have left at least 23 dead and more than 100 people missing.
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Flash floods have struck the Nuristan province, destroying homes and washing away residents. Emergency teams are currently conducting search and rescue operations to locate scores of individuals reported missing following the event.
Reports from Al Jazeera note that rescue teams are working amid warnings of the risk of additional flash flooding in the region. Future developments depend on the progress of search teams in the affected areas.
Current reporting does not yet specify the full extent of the property damage or the status of the missing persons.
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Rescuers in Afghanistan search for scores missing after floods kill at least 23 AP News · 55d ago broke it first
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How many people have died in the floods?
Coverage states that at least 23 people have been killed.
Where did the floods occur?
The floods struck the Nuristan province in Afghanistan.
Are there ongoing risks in the area?
Yes, Al Jazeera reports that there is a risk of fresh floods in Afghanistan.
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