Dozens of kids among 75 drowning victims in Afghanistan

Dozens of kids among 75 drowning victims in Afghanistan
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At least 75 people have died and three others have been injured in separate drowning incidents across Afghanistan since March 21, according to the National Disaster Preparedness Authority.

Agency spokesman Mohammad Yousuf Hamad said the victims included 27 men, seven women and 41 children, highlighting the heavy toll such accidents continue to take on Afghan families.

Hamad urged the public to follow safety guidelines when visiting rivers, lakes and other bodies of water, warning that greater caution is needed during the summer months to prevent further loss of life.

Drowning incidents claim dozens of lives in Afghanistan each year, particularly among children and young people. Many accidents occur in rivers, irrigation canals and reservoirs where safety measures, warning signs and rescue services are limited or absent.

Experts warn that the risk of drowning is likely to increase as temperatures rise and more families seek relief near waterways. Afghanistan lacks sufficient public swimming facilities and safe recreational areas in many provinces, forcing people to use natural water sources that can be dangerous.

The fatalities come as Afghanistan continues to face broader humanitarian and infrastructure challenges. Years of conflict, underdevelopment and limited public investment have left many communities without adequate emergency response services, healthcare facilities and public safety programs.