Cyclone Sitrang
Mirsharai dredger capsize: 3 more bodies recovered
Bodies of three other workers, who were missing since October 24 in the Bay of Bengal in Chattogram’s Mirsharai area, were recovered from the sunken dredger this morning (October 27, 2022).
Mirsharai dredger capsize: 4 victims buried in Patuakhali
The bodies of four workers, who died after a dredger capsized in the Bay of Bengal in Chattogram’s Mirsharai area during cyclonic storm Sitrang, were buried in Patuakhali this morning (October 27, 2022).
In photos: Cyclone Sitrang leaves a trail of destruction
Cyclone Sitrang left a trail of destruction as it swept through the country on Monday night (October 24, 2022).
Cyclone Sitrang damages Aman crops, fish farms
Cyclone Sitrang has affected 33,000 hectares of transplanted Aman paddy crop and washed away fish and shrimps mainly in the southern coastal districts, officials said yesterday.
70% power restored in coastal areas: Nasrul Hamid
State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Nasrul Hamid today (October 25, 2022) said 70 percent power supply of the coastal areas, affected by Cyclone Sitrang was restored this evening and 100 percent will be restored within tomorrow (October 26, 2022) noon.
Dredger sinks in Bay: One dead body recovered
Body of one of the eight workers who went missing since Monday night (October 24, 2022) in the Sandwip channel of the Bay of Bengal has been recovered, while the seven others remain missing and are feared dead.
Fallout from cyclone Sitrang: Bangladesh has a lot to recover from
We would like to remind the authorities, different aid groups, and people in general, that the biggest challenges are still ahead of us.
Cyclone Sitrang: Barishal sees highest 324mm rainfall
Barishal witnessed the highest 324 millimeters (mm) rain due to cyclonic storm Sitrang in the last 24 hours till 6am today (October 25, 2022).
Cyclone Sitrang: 80 lakh subscribers still out of power
State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Nasrul Hamid today (October 25, 2022) said around 80 lakh subscribers are still out of power across the country since cyclone Sitrang damaged infrastructures.
Nijhum Dwip inundated: 6,000 deer in danger
Nijhum Dwip union of Noakhali's Hatiya Upazila has been submerged in tidal surges and heavy rain caused by the influence of cyclone Sitrang.
Cyclone Sitrang: All edu institutions in 3 divisions declared closed
All educational institutions in Chattogram, Barishal and Khulna divisions-- have been declared closed due to Cyclone Sitrang.
Cyclone Sitrang lashes Bangladesh
Coastal districts along with capital Dhaka have been experiencing torrential rains owing to the effects of Cyclone Sitrang.
Ensure nonstop power in coastal areas to keep mobile network on: AMTOB
The Association of Mobile Telecom Operators of Bangladesh (AMTOB) today urged the government to ensure uninterrupted power in several areas in the southern part of the country for the sake of continuing telecommunication.
Cyclone Sitrang: Military to evacuate people from remote areas
State Minister for Disaster Management and Relief Enamur Rahman has said that the army, navy and the Coast Guard members will evacuate people from hard-to-reach areas as cyclone Sitrang is heading towards Bangladesh.
Cyclone Sitrang: Opening of 50 industrial units at economic zones postponed
The inaugural programme of 50 industrial units at economic zones across the country has been postponed for the inclement weather due to the Cyclone Sitrang.
Cyclone Sitrang disrupts internet and mobile network
Digital communications in the country are likely to be greatly impacted as the cyclone Sitrang approaches and is expected to hit the coastal areas by nightfall on Monday.
In photos: Cyclone Sitrang unleashed
Coastal districts, capital Dhaka and most parts of Bangladesh have been experiencing torrential rains owing to the effects of Cyclone Sitrang.
Cyclone Sitrang: Power Division to open control rooms
Power Division has asked all it's subordinate bodies -- in power transmission and distribution segments -- to open control rooms in their respective offices as Cyclone Sitrang approaches.
Cyclone Sitrang: PM directs officials to act fast
Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is monitoring developments centering cyclone Sitrang round the clock and giving necessary instructions to the government officials to minimize possible loss of lives and properties.