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Afghanistan News

Floods hit Afghanistan, 50 dead in heavy rain!

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Flash floods from heavy seasonal rains have killed at least 68 people in Afghanistan, Taliban officials said Saturday, adding the death toll was based on preliminary reports. Afghanistan has been witnessing unusually heavy seasonal rains. In the hard-hit western province of Ghor, 50 people were reported dead, said Abdul Wahid Hamas, spokesman for the provincial governor. He also said the province has suffered significant financial losses after thousands of homes and properties were damaged and hundreds of hectares of agricultural land destroyed following Friday’s floods, including the capital city Feroz Koh. Meanwhile, 18 people in the northern province of Farayab were killed and two others injured on Friday, according to Esmatullah Moradi, the provincial governor’s spokesman. Damages to property and land were reported across four districts and over 300 animals were killed, he added.

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Fresh floods in Afghanistan kill at least 60 after heavy rain brings devastation

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Floods were estimated to be the costliest disaster from Asian countries including China and India. China lost $18.4 billion due to floods, followed by India ($3.2 billion) and Thailand ($0.6 billion). India lost $4.4 billion due to storms, followed by China $3 billion and Japan $2 billion. In 2021, over 80 per cent of the extreme events were floods and storms. Floods in India, China and Afghanistan caused the greatest number of fatalities, highlighting the high level of vulnerability of Asia, especially to floods. In India, during the monsoon season, the heavy rain and flash floods resulted in about 1,300 human deaths, the report cited.

Kiran Pandey, ‘Extreme weather hits economies, hurts Asia most: WMO report’, Down To Earth

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Heavy rainfall and storms wreak havoc across northern Italy, France and Germany. According to experts, climate change is likely fueling a surge in extreme weather events across the planet.

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Severe flooding in Afghanistan over the weekend has killed more than 300 people and destroyed thousands of homes in rural villages.

The flash floods—prompted by heavy rainfall—came on the heels of an extreme drought in one of the nations that is most vulnerable to the climate emergency, yet has done little to contribute to it.

"They're not net emitters of carbon," Timothy Anderson, head of the United Nations World Food Program (WFP) in Afghanistan, toldCNN. "This is a subsistence agriculture community and society. So, they're bearing the brunt of it, without having necessarily contributed to the issue very much."

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Resident Barakatullah told CNN that it does not often rain so high up in the mountains and that villagers had to scramble as the situation "turned dire."

"People fled to higher ground, seeking refuge in mountains and hills," he said. "Unfortunately, some individuals who were unable to leave their homes fell victim to the floodwaters."

The WFP toldThe Associated Press that more than 300 were killed, and the U.N. Children's Fund reported that at least 51 of them were children. The government said Sunday that the storms killed 315 and injured more than 1,600.

The survivors were left to bury the dead and tally their losses. All told, the disaster destroyed or damaged 8,975 homes, according to OCHA. In Baghlan province alone, the floods washed away at least six public schools, 10,200 acres of orchards, and 2,260 livestock and damaged 50 bridges and 30 hydroelectric dams.

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The U.N. lists Afghanistan as one of the countries most vulnerable to the climate crisis, and it also lost a signficant amount of foreign aid when the Taliban took control in 2021. The aid has only decreased in the years since.

While decades of war means that Afghanistan faces unique challenges, it's not the only country that has been inundated with severe rain since the start of 2024. Extreme flooding this spring has displaced nearly a quarter million people in East Africa and half a million in southern Brazil.

"The climate crisis continues to rear its ugly head," Teresa Anderson, the global climate justice lead at ActionAid International, said in a statement. "With the latest incident, Afghanistan joins a long list of Global South countries grappling with floods this year. And this is as the world continues funding the climate crisis by expanding fossil fuels and industrial agriculture."

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Afghanistan flash floods claim over 300 lives, international aid mobilize relief efforts

More than 300 people have lost their lives in flash floods sweeping through northern Afghanistan with authorities now confirming more than 1,600 people injured. The heavy rainfall, tiggered by unusually intense seasonal rainfall, has devastated communities, particularly in the province of Baghlan. In response to the crisis, international aid organizations, including the United Nations Food…

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Kabul: 

Flash floods that have ripped through northern Afghanistan left more than 200 people dead in a single province, the United Nations said on Saturday.

More than 200 people were killed and thousands of houses were destroyed or damaged in Baghlan province when heavy rains on Friday sparked massive flooding, the UN's International Organization for Migration told AFP.

In Baghlani Jadid district alone, up to 1,500 homes were damaged or destroyed and "more than 100 people died", an IOM emergency response lead said, citing figures from the Afghanistan National Disaster Management Authority.

Taliban government officials said 62 people had died as of Friday night. 

Spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid said "hundreds of our fellow citizens have succumbed to these calamitous floods" in a statement on X, formerly Twitter, on Saturday, without differentiating the numbers of dead and injured, though he told AFP dozens had been killed.

Multiple provinces across Afghanistan saw flash flooding, with officials in northern Takhar province reporting 20 dead on Saturday.

Rains on Friday also caused heavy damage in northeastern Badakhshan province, central Ghor province and western Herat, officials said.

Emergency personnel have been deployed to the affected areas and were rushing to rescue injured and stranded people, the defence ministry said. 

Afghanistan -- which had a relatively dry winter, making it more difficult for the soil to absorb rainfall -- is highly vulnerable to climate change.

The nation, ravaged by four decades of war, is one of the poorest in the world and, according to scientists, one of the worst prepared to face the consequences of global warming.

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Supporting Afghanistan: Penny Appeal USA's Earthquake Relief Efforts

In the wake of the devastating earthquake that struck Afghanistan, leaving a trail of destruction and loss, communities around the world are rallying together to provide aid and support to those in need. Among the organizations at the forefront of relief efforts is Penny Appeal USA, a humanitarian charity dedicated to alleviating poverty and suffering.

The recent earthquake, with its epicenter in the Hindu Kush region, has caused widespread damage to infrastructure, homes, and livelihoods. The toll on human lives has been heartbreaking, with many families left homeless and in desperate need of assistance. In such times of crisis, every contribution, no matter how small, can make a significant difference.

Penny Appeal USA has launched a dedicated fundraising campaign aimed at providing immediate relief to the affected communities in Afghanistan. With their extensive network and experience in humanitarian aid, they are well-positioned to deliver essential supplies and support to those most in need.

One of the most remarkable aspects of Penny Appeal USA's approach is their emphasis on the power of collective giving, even down to the smallest denomination. Their "donation penny appeal" encourages individuals to contribute whatever they can, whether it's a single penny or more. They firmly believe that even the smallest donation can have a ripple effect and contribute to a greater impact when combined with others.

This grassroots approach to fundraising not only mobilizes financial support but also fosters a sense of solidarity and community spirit. It shows that everyone, regardless of their financial means, can play a part in making a difference and offering hope to those facing adversity.

Moreover, Penny Appeal USA ensures transparency and accountability in all their operations, providing donors with the assurance that their contributions are being utilized effectively and efficiently. From providing emergency shelter and food assistance to medical aid and long-term rehabilitation support, every penny donated goes towards rebuilding lives and communities.

The earthquake in Afghanistan serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of coming together in times of crisis. It highlights the resilience and strength of the human spirit, as well as the compassion and generosity that abound in our global community.

As individuals, we may feel powerless in the face of such natural disasters, but by supporting organizations like Penny Appeal USA, we can channel our collective efforts towards meaningful and impactful relief initiatives. Whether it's through financial donations, spreading awareness, or volunteering our time and skills, we all have a role to play in helping our fellow human beings rebuild and recover.

In conclusion, Penny Appeal USA's earth quake donation penny appeal is not just about raising funds; it's about harnessing the power of compassion and solidarity to bring hope and healing to those affected by tragedy. Together, we can make a difference, one penny at a time.

To learn more about Penny Appeal USA's relief efforts and how you can contribute, visit their website or follow them on social media. Let's stand together in support of Afghanistan and show the world the strength of our collective humanity.

Visit us: https://pennyappealusa.org/

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At least 300 people have been killed in flash floods in northern Afghanistan, according to the UN food agency. Heavy seasonal rains have also destroyed more than a thousand houses leaving many without shelter in the provinces of Baghlan, Takhar and Badakhshan. Transport links and water supplies have been "severely disrupted", while helicopters have been sent to assist the rescue effort and evacuate casualties.

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Trying to figure out what the fresh hell is going on right now is very difficult when two of the largest claims being made are, according to the major news sources I can find, unverified.

Link at the Forward about claims of rape (discusses claims made by other outlets as well; contains graphic detail of claims made) Link at CNN about beheadings

(If you click through those links, there will be graphic discussion. No pictures of the dead.)

If folks have links to verify things, let me know; all I'm getting are citation circles, which aren't exactly helpful in circumstances like these. Update: Have gotten some clarifying sources on the latter.

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I've been meaning to write this down for some time because there are some fundamental errors that people keep making in crowdfunding/sales that shoot their campaigns in the foot. So here's a list of easy principles.

Who am I and why should you listen to me? I am a freelance chaos marketer who has raised well over $100,000 when totaling up various crowdfunding campaigns, mostly for aid to Afghanistan. In addition I've managed to successfully market everything from stuffed plush koalas to hydration salts. Why am I putting this out here for free? Because despite a years long track record of success in social media marketing no one will hire me because I don't have a college degree, so I might as well help people out who can't afford to hire full time marketing. 

If you'd like to hire me to help you evaluate your marketing and sales and teach you better skills on a 1 to 1 basis then hit me up, I am often willing to barter, esp with artists in a variety of mediums! 

Anyway on to HOW TO CONVINCE PEOPLE TO GIVE YOU MONEY:

TL;DR: use positive messaging that humanizes everyone involved and make it as easy as possible for people to give you money.

1. Shame and guilt are demotivators. They will not inspire people to give you money. “Why aren't people helping” “I guess people don't care” “This isn't getting enough shares/donations” etc etc. Online fundraising is often frustrating, heartbreaking, and will make you angry, especially when there's a humanitarian crisis involved. It is critical that if you are raising funds for someone else that you have a place to vent that is not the audience you would like to donate to the cause. 

2. Use motivating messages instead! “You can help!” “Even a small donation is important because it tells Recipient they're not alone, and people care” “We can't fix the whole world, but we can make this one thing right, and that means something”. Emphasize that this is a problem that the reader can help fix with even a small effort. With items for sale, tell a story. "I drew this thinking about how safe I always felt under a tree in my childhood backyard". "I chose the colors in this shawl to remind me of sagebrush and piñon pine in my favorite place."

3. Make it easy for people to give you money. Never talk about your product or cause without a link that leads directly to where people can give you money. They should be able to click one link on your post and land at the fundraiser or your shop. Every required click is going to lose people, so minimize the number of them required. This also means if you have a list of fundraisers for people to choose from the ones at the bottom will be neglected - people will hit the ones at the top. Be sure to take those off when they're met or periodically shuffle the list around to make sure everyone gets a chance to be in the first 5 spots. In online stores people will often only look at the first page or two of items so be sure to shuffle things around and remove out of stock items that are taking up prime real estate.

4. Humanize the recipient - this can be tricksy when raising charitable aid because you don't want to be exploitative. But to use my last Afghan campaign as an example, “We need to raise $500 for an Afghan family” is less effective than “This Afghan family's home was damaged in heavy rains that caused extensive flooding. They only need $500 to repair and rebuild so they can stay in their home and not become displaced.”  If possible, tell as much of the recipient's story as they consent to. Eg “Fred is seven and loves dinosaurs. His favorite is brontosaurus, and he carries a stuffed one with him everywhere. He wants to be a paleontologist when he grows up and discover a complete brontosaurus skeleton that he can give the same name as his stuffed friend. Unfortunately he's also a trans boy living in Texas and his family needs $1500 to rent a Uhaul and get to Colorado so he can grow up in safety and do that.”

5. If you're not the recipient, humanize yourself while you're at it! “I'd be really grateful if you all could share or donate” “This fundraiser really means a lot to me because…” “Thank you so much for any help, whether sharing or donating” 

6. Treat the audience like humans. Speak to them like they are people you're having a conversation with, not ATMs. This ultimately is the goal of not using shame/guilt and humanizing yourself and the recipient. 

7. Set low goals and bump them up when met. One of the weird things about people is they prefer to give to successful fundraisers. Yeah I don't know either. So you're more likely to get the full amount you need if you set a partial goal initially and then raise it when that's met. Raise it in small increments and raise it repeatedly as those goals are hit to keep momentum going. You can't always control this so if you're boosting someone else's fundraiser you can do it artificially via asks like “Hey y'all can we get together and put $500 on this?”