Nature’s Fury Strikes Afghanistan and Sudan: Over 2,100 Dead in Earthquake and Landslide

Natural disasters have wreaked havoc in different parts of the world, with Afghanistan and Sudan bearing the brunt of nature’s wrath. While a powerful earthquake shook Afghanistan, a deadly landslide devastated a village in Sudan — together claiming over 2,100 lives and leaving thousands injured and displaced.

Deadly Earthquake in Afghanistan

A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan near Kabul late Sunday night, resulting in the deaths of at least 1,100 people and injuring more than 3,500 others. The tremor destroyed homes and roads in mountainous areas, cutting off entire villages from rescue and relief operations.

The earthquake has deepened the humanitarian crisis in regions already facing economic and social hardships, with many residents now homeless and in urgent need of aid.

Catastrophic Landslide in Sudan

In western Sudan’s Darfur region, a landslide triggered by days of heavy rainfall buried an entire village in the Marra Mountains area on August 31. According to the Sudan Liberation Movement/Army (SLM/A), at least 1,000 people have been confirmed dead, with only one survivor found so far.

Sudanese military officials reported that the village has been completely wiped out, with men, women, and children all trapped beneath the debris. The affected area is already struggling due to the ongoing civil conflict between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), adding another layer of tragedy to an already dire situation.

Natural Disasters Deepen Humanitarian Crisis

Both disasters have not only caused immense loss of life and property but have also intensified the humanitarian challenges in regions already facing political instability and poverty. Relief efforts are underway, but rescuers face significant hurdles due to damaged infrastructure and remote locations.