At least 301 people have lost their lives and 385 others have been injured as seasonal floods and related natural disasters swept across Afghanistan over the past several weeks, according to national disaster management authorities.

The casualties were recorded during nearly 10 weeks of heavy rainfall, flash floods and weather-related emergencies that affected multiple provinces across the country.

Hafiz Mohammad Yousuf Hammad, spokesperson for Afghanistan's National Disaster Management Authority, said the disasters have caused widespread damage to homes, infrastructure and livelihoods.

According to the authority, around 2,000 houses were completely destroyed, while 7,187 others sustained partial damage as floodwaters and landslides struck vulnerable communities.

The disasters also severely affected transportation networks and agricultural production. Approximately 580 kilometers of roads were inundated or damaged, disrupting movement and access to affected areas.

More than 30,300 jeribs of agricultural land were reportedly submerged or destroyed, dealing a significant blow to farming communities that depend on seasonal harvests for their livelihoods.

Officials said a total of 18,812 families have been affected nationwide, with many requiring humanitarian assistance, shelter and support for recovery efforts.

Afghanistan remains highly vulnerable to climate-related disasters, including floods, droughts and extreme weather events. Limited infrastructure, economic hardship and years of conflict have further reduced the country's capacity to respond to recurring natural disasters.

Authorities continue to assess the full extent of the damage while emergency response efforts remain underway in the affected regions.(ILKHA)