Continuous rainfall and hill torrents have caused severe flooding and river erosion in several districts of Bangladesh, including Sunamganj, Habiganj, Cox’s Bazar, Bogura, and Noakhali. In Habiganj, the collapse of embankments along the Khowai River flooded at least 20 villages, leaving thousands stranded. Local authorities have allocated emergency funds, rice, and dry food, while government officials visited affected areas promising assistance. In Sunamganj, rising river levels have led to waterlogging in low-lying areas, prompting the administration to prepare over 1,300 shelters and deploy rescue boats and medical teams.
In Cox’s Bazar’s Ramu upazila, the situation has worsened as several unions were inundated, but residents reported no visible relief efforts, sparking frustration. Landslides have also disrupted road transport. In Bogura’s Sherpur upazila, erosion has threatened farmland and power poles, while in Noakhali’s Hatiya, prolonged rainfall and tidal surges have flooded vast areas, affecting crops and fisheries. Local administrations in several districts have pledged continued monitoring and relief distribution.
Authorities remain on high alert as floodwaters continue to rise, with further deterioration possible if heavy rainfall persists.