The harvest in Afghanistan this year will be small as a result of a harsh winter followed by a drought. As a result, one quarter of the population will be facing an extreme food shortage. To combat this shortage, WFP has increased aid from assisting 4.5 million people close to 9 million total.
However, there is no doubt that more residents are or will be in need of aid. Returning refugees and rising food costs are contributing to the shortage. Afghani leaders are concerned that food shortages will contribute to security issues and higher mortality and morbidity rates. WFP announced that last minute contributions have been rushed there in an effort to help alleviate some need before the first snow of the season fell. Attacks from insurgents and criminals have also restricted aid efforts in this area. In addition to shortages of food, there is also a shortage and need for water.
Want to know how you can help? Contribute to the WFP and check out their web site for additional details about this situation.
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