SOCIETY — April 6, 2026
Afghanistan's Meteorology Department Warns of Heavy Rains and Floods in 32 Provinces
Afghanistan's Meteorology Department has warned of heavy rains, thunderstorms and flash floods in 32 provinces excluding Farah and Nimroz, with authorities urging people to avoid rivers and flood-prone areas. Additional forecasts include strong winds, up to 65 mm of rain and heavy snowfall in high areas.
The Ehtebar Desk — originates with RTA — corroborated by Omid Radio — 2 min read
KABUL (Afghan Verified) — The Meteorology Department of Afghanistan's Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation has issued a warning for heavy rains, thunder and flash floods across 32 provinces, excluding Farah and Nimroz.
The alert, corroborated by Omid Radio and RTA, urges residents to avoid rivers and flood-prone areas to prevent potential harm, according to authorities cited by Omid Radio.
RTA provided additional details, stating the warning covers heavy rain, thunderstorms, strong winds and flash floods expected on Tuesday, the 18th of Hamal, with rainfall amounts ranging from 10 to 65 mm in various areas. Heavy snowfall is also forecast in high and cold regions, including the Salang passes.
No specific discrepancies were noted between the outlets on the core warning, though RTA included the extra elements of wind, precise timing, precipitation measurements and snowfall, which were absent from Omid Radio's report.
Such weather events pose risks of disruption to travel, agriculture and infrastructure in the affected provinces, prompting the precautionary advisories.
Read the original reporting at RTA →
Reliability assessment
2 outlets corroborate core event of Meteorology Department warning for heavy rains/thunder/storms and floods in 32 provinces excluding Farah/Nimroz; minor detail variations (e.g. winds, snowfall, amounts only in RTA) do not undermine event confirmation
The source language reads straight.
Across the newsrooms
Where reports agree
- Meteorology Department warned of heavy rains/thunder/storms and floods in 32 provinces excluding Farah and Nimroz
Where reports differ
- RTA adds strong winds, flash floods, specific timing (Tuesday 18th Hamal), rainfall amounts (10-65mm), and heavy snowfall in high areas like Salang; Omid mentions urging to avoid rivers/flood areas
Filed by 2 outlets
RTA
Originating
Reported straight
Reported straight
Omid Radio
Reported straight
Reported straight
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Society — weather warning, heavy rains, floods, Farah, Nimroz
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