Flood conditions remain a major concern across several parts of Bangladesh today as continuous rainfall, swollen rivers and tidal surges disrupt normal life in the country's northeastern, southeastern and coastal regions. Authorities have intensified relief and preparedness measures in response to the ongoing crisis.
Flood Situation Overview
According to the Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre (FFWC), four rivers in six districts are flowing above their respective danger levels. These include the Sangu River at Bandarban and Dohazari, the Khowai River at Ballah in Habiganj, the Manu River at Moulvibazar, and the Kushiyara River at Markuli in Sunamganj and Fenchuganj in Sylhet.
Heavy to very heavy rainfall has been forecast in Chattogram in the next 24 hours, followed by Sylhet, Rangpur and Mymensingh divisions over the next two days, raising fears of fresh flooding in vulnerable areas.
Regional Impact and Relief Efforts
In Bandarban, the Sangu River is flowing above the danger level at Dohajari and Bandarban points, inundating several areas and suspending road communication with seven surrounding upazilas for five days. Thousands of people remain marooned in Rangamati after torrential rain and flash floods inundated large areas.
District authorities have opened 40 flood shelters accommodating more than 3,500 people, with additional shelters being prepared amid fears of landslides. Relief materials and cooked meals are being distributed to displaced residents.
Government Response and Future Outlook
State Minister for Disaster Management and Relief Iqbal Hossain visited flood-hit Fatikchhari in Chattogram, where he distributed relief materials and inspected erosion along the Halda River. He assured that the government is closely monitoring the disaster situation and is committed to ensuring all necessary assistance and rehabilitation for affected people.
The Prime Minister has been continuously monitoring the situation and has directed officials to assess local needs and respond without delay. The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has forecast widespread rain or thundershowers accompanied by moderate to very heavy rainfall across most parts of the country over the next several days.
Coordination and Ongoing Efforts
State Minister for Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Aninda Islam Amit, who has been assigned responsibility for overseeing flood response and relief operations in Chattogram, Cox's Bazar and the three Chittagong Hill Tracts districts, said that relief distribution in flood-affected areas is being carried out through coordinated efforts involving the civil administration, Coast Guard, Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB), Ansar, and, where necessary, the Armed Forces.
The State Minister emphasized that every effort is being made to ensure that people in remote and hard-to-reach areas are not deprived of humanitarian assistance. The flood situation is being monitored around the clock, and the government is prepared to provide additional relief and rehabilitation assistance as required.
