flood in Bangladesh
Robust tech-based response mechanism is needed to tackle flood
The use of real-time observation to track and manage the changing climate is a crucial element lacking in the existing flood response.
Sherpur flash flood: The unseen struggles of Indigenous and Bangalee families
Though the floodwaters didn’t linger in most places, they left behind uncertainty for lakhs of people.
Two dead in Sherpur flash floods
Two people died after being swept away by floodwater in Sherpur last evening
Rethinking Disaster Response: We ignore indigenous knowledge at our peril
Natural disasters such as floods, cyclones, heatwaves, or droughts create vulnerabilities in ecosystems and human life.
Why has the government’s flood response been so slow?
A month after the floods, the government has yet to begin rehabilitation work.
Rivers in Dhaka, Barishal and Khulna divisions may swell in 24hrs: FFWC
The water level of rivers in Dhaka, Barishal and Khulna divisions may increase over 24 hours from 9:00am today, according to the Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre (FFWC)
‘To Hell with Good Intentions’: Decolonising disaster management
If politically inexperienced youth can oust a tyrant prime minister, why can’t they battle with the flood that has engulfed a part of the country alone?
#Social Issues / Flood relief done right: Essentials beyond clothes and rice
Although our intentions are noble, it’s important to be well-informed about what flood victims need. Below, we suggest a few critical essentials to consider when donating to those affected by the floods.
Mushfiqur donates ‘player-of-the-match’ prize money to flood victims
Bangladesh made history by securing their first-ever Test victory over Pakistan, triumphing by 10 wickets in the opening match of the two-Test series.
Flood relief: When art speaks louder than words
In a heart-warming display of compassion, artists across Bangladesh are stepping forward, using their talents to support those affected by the floods.
Floods damage 462km of roads across 12 districts: RHD
Between August 20 and 22, 111 roads were damaged in 12 flood-affected districts, according to Roads and Highways Department (RHD)
A call for innovative adaptation to make Bangladesh flood-resilient
Will Bangladesh continue to fight against its natural landscape, or will it embrace a transformative vision of flood resilience?
Tourism in turmoil: How political unrest and floods crippled Bangladesh
Currently, the Bangladeshi tourism sector is witnessing unprecedented problems. While this was supposed to be one of the peak seasons, due to the recent political situation and the current flood that is sweeping many parts of the country, the hospitality industry seems to have come to a standstill.
Flood situation worsens in 5 districts as rivers keep swelling
Around 1.5 million people stranded in Feni, Cumilla, and Noakhali. The situation in Habiganj and Moulvibazar has also been deteriorating.
Flood in North to continue for another week
The flood situation in several northern districts, including Kurigram and Gaibandha, is likely to linger for another week.