A fire broke out at a plastic warehouse in Sonargaon’s Pirojpur area of Narayanganj after an earthquake was felt on Friday morning. The blaze, which occurred near the Pirojpur Union Parishad, destroyed stored goods before being brought under control after an hour-long effort by the Gazaria Fire Service. The tremor also caused structural damage in several parts of Sonargaon, including cracks in houses and collapsed walls in Ichhapara village. In Kabirganj, a 32-year-old man named Rakesh Roy was seriously injured when a wall fell on him and was later admitted to Dhaka Medical College Hospital. In another incident, a 17-year-old madrasa student, Maruf Hossain, was injured after jumping from a second floor in panic. Additionally, eight factory workers were hurt while evacuating an industrial facility in Kanchpur. Authorities are assessing the extent of the damage caused by the earthquake and subsequent fire.

Several buildings, including a school, in Siddhirganj, Narayanganj, developed major cracks following an earthquake on Friday, November 21. Walls, columns, and staircases in residential and institutional structures were damaged, with some buildings visibly leaning. No casualties or injuries have been reported so far. Panic spread among residents as buildings shook, prompting many to rush outdoors. The affected areas include Housing, Hirajhil, Al Islamnagar, and Roni City neighborhoods, where multiple buildings suffered significant structural damage. The City International School building also developed large cracks during a scholarship exam, though students were safely evacuated. Local authorities, police, fire service, and engineers have begun emergency inspections to assess the extent of damage and determine whether buildings are safe for habitation. Residents have been advised to avoid entering risky structures. Experts are calling for a thorough safety assessment to prevent potential collapse or further damage.

Students at Rajshahi University’s Sher-e-Bangla Fazlul Haque Hall have alleged that part of their dormitory tilted after a recent earthquake, sparking panic and protests over safety concerns. Cracks reportedly appeared on the building’s walls, prompting hundreds of residents to gather at the hall’s main gate and later march to the vice-chancellor’s residence, demanding relocation to a safer facility. University officials, including the pro-vice-chancellor and the proctor, visited the site and assured students that a technical team would assess the hall’s structural integrity. Built in 1962, the hall is considered structurally weak, with no reinforced concrete columns and visible damage to ceilings and walls. Authorities acknowledged the building’s risky condition and said an emergency meeting would decide whether to declare it abandoned and how to rehouse the 300 affected students. The hall provost urged patience, emphasizing that student safety would be prioritized in upcoming administrative decisions.

A 10-year-old boy named Omar was killed and his father, Uzzal, critically injured when a wall of their rented home in Gabtoli, Narsingdi, collapsed during an earthquake on Friday morning, November 21. Both were initially rescued and taken to a local hospital before being transferred to Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) due to their critical condition. Doctors at DMCH declared Omar dead upon arrival, while his father was admitted to the intensive care unit (ICU). According to Omar’s uncle, the father and son were inside their home when the wall suddenly gave way, trapping them underneath. Omar was a student at a madrasa’s Hifz section, and his father worked as an office assistant at the National Housing Authority. The family, originally from Pakundia in Kishoreganj, had been living in a rented house in Narsingdi. Police confirmed that Omar’s body is being kept at the DMCH morgue while his father remains under treatment.

At least 18 people, including students and children, were injured after an earthquake struck various parts of Dhaka on Friday morning. The tremor was felt around 10:45 a.m., causing panic in several neighborhoods. By noon, the injured were rescued from different locations and taken to the emergency department of Dhaka Medical College Hospital (DMCH) for treatment. Hospital authorities confirmed that all victims are currently under medical care. The injured include men, women, and children aged between 6 and 60. Police officials at the DMCH camp verified the incident and stated that no fatalities had been reported from the capital as of yet. The earthquake was also felt in other districts, where reports indicate at least seven deaths. Authorities are assessing the extent of damage and monitoring aftershock risks while urging residents to remain cautious and follow safety guidelines.

A powerful earthquake caused widespread power outages across Bangladesh, including in Dhaka, after several power plants were forced to shut down or reduce production. The Bangladesh Power Development Board (BPDB) confirmed that the Bibiyana-2 (Summit) 341 MW, Ashuganj 55 MW, and Ashuganj 50 MW plants were completely shut during the quake. Additionally, a 600 MW unit of SS Power went offline, while Bibiyana-3, Ashuganj 225 MW, and Sirajganj 225 MW plants reduced output. BPDB officials also reported disruptions at the Ghorashal AIS grid substation due to fire, broken insulators, and other technical issues, which led to further disconnections in several regions. The BPDB stated that restoration efforts are underway to normalize power supply as quickly as possible, though some areas remain without electricity.

The northern district of Panchagarh is experiencing an increasing chill as winter sets in earlier than usual. On Friday, November 21, the Tetulia Weather Observatory recorded a temperature of 14.9°C at 6 a.m., with humidity at 98%, making the cold feel more intense. Although dense fog was absent, the early morning hours in Tetulia, Debiganj, Boda, Atwari, and Panchagarh Sadar saw a noticeable drop in temperature. The weather office reported that for the past week, the district’s minimum temperature has hovered around 14°C, with Thursday’s 13.9°C being the lowest in the country. Meteorologist Jitendranath Roy from Tetulia Weather Station said temperatures are expected to fall further next week, and by early December, winter will firmly settle across northern Bangladesh.

Following a 5.7-magnitude earthquake that shook Bangladesh on Friday, BUET civil engineering professor Mehedi Ahmed Ansary has urged immediate inspection of Dhaka’s 2.1 million buildings, calling the tremor a possible foreshock of a larger seismic event. The quake, centered in Narsingdi’s Madhabdi area, caused panic, structural cracks, and six reported deaths in Dhaka, Narayanganj, and Narsingdi. Ansary warned that a stronger earthquake could devastate up to 35% of Dhaka’s structures and cause hundreds of thousands of casualties. He proposed that RAJUK certify buildings based on compliance with construction codes without requiring government expenditure. The professor recommended a color-coded classification system—similar to those used in the US, India, and Japan—to identify and repair vulnerable buildings. Citing the 2013 Rana Plaza collapse as a reminder of potential disaster, he emphasized that proactive inspection and certification could significantly reduce future risks.

Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus has expressed deep sorrow and condolences following the deaths and injuries caused by a 5.7-magnitude earthquake that struck various parts of the country, including Dhaka, on Friday morning. In a condolence message, he prayed for the departed souls and conveyed sympathy to the bereaved families. At least five people, including a child, have been confirmed dead, while nearly a hundred others were injured in incidents related to the quake in Dhaka, Gazipur, Narsingdi, and other areas. Dr. Yunus wished the injured a speedy recovery and instructed all relevant departments to intensify rescue and relief operations in the affected regions. He assured that the government is closely monitoring the situation and collecting detailed reports on the damage. The earthquake’s epicenter was located in Madhabdi, Narsingdi. Dr. Yunus expressed confidence that the people of Bangladesh would face this disaster with patience and courage.

A 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck Bangladesh on Friday morning, shaking Dhaka and several other regions for a few seconds. Experts have reiterated that Bangladesh lies in a highly earthquake-prone zone because it sits at the junction of three major tectonic plates — the Indian, Eurasian, and Myanmar plates. The continuous movement of these plates builds up stress along fault lines such as the Dauki, Bogura, and Tripura fault zones, which can release energy suddenly, causing earthquakes. Bangladesh’s soft deltaic soil and unplanned urbanization, particularly in Dhaka and Chattogram, further increase the risk of severe damage during strong tremors. Geologists note that the northeastern region of the country is especially vulnerable. The recent quake has renewed public concern and prompted calls for stricter building codes and preparedness measures to mitigate potential disaster impacts in this geologically unstable region.

A 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck Narsingdi district in Bangladesh on Friday morning, killing two people, including a child, and injuring more than a hundred others. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the quake originated near Madhabdi in Narsingdi Sadar upazila at around 10:40 a.m. The deceased were identified as 70-year-old Kazem Ali Bhuiya from Malita village in Palash upazila and eight-year-old Omar Faruk from Narsingdi Sadar. Both succumbed to their injuries after being transferred to Dhaka for advanced treatment. Local hospitals admitted at least 70 injured individuals, with 57 at Narsingdi Sadar Hospital and 13 at the district hospital. The tremor caused panic among residents, leading to structural damage, including a collapsed roof at a construction site and cracks in several buildings. Authorities reported damage to the Ghorashal Thermal Power Plant and an old railway bridge over the Shitalakkhya River. Police and health officials are overseeing rescue and treatment efforts.

A 5.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Dhaka and surrounding areas on Friday morning caused visible cracks in six newly built ten-story residential halls at Jahangirnagar University. Students reported fractures in floors, walls, and washrooms, sparking panic and raising renewed concerns about construction quality. Allegations of corruption and substandard work in the university’s recent infrastructure projects have long persisted and resurfaced following this incident. Many students evacuated the buildings and gathered in open spaces for safety. They are now demanding a full structural assessment, accountability for those responsible, and immediate safety measures. The university administration confirmed that the affected dormitories were built under a previous administration and acknowledged visible irregularities. Vice-Chancellor Professor Kamrul Ahsan stated that engineers and experts have been instructed to inspect the damage and ensure safety. The incident has reignited debate over transparency and safety in campus development projects.

A 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck Bangladesh on Friday morning, shaking the capital Dhaka and several other districts. The tremor, which occurred at 10:38 a.m. local time, resulted in at least seven reported deaths nationwide. In response, the Dhaka District Administration has established an emergency control room to assess the extent of the damage and coordinate rescue and relief operations. According to an official press release signed by Dhaka Deputy Commissioner Md. Rezaul Karim, the control room will serve as a central point for information exchange and emergency communication. Authorities urged citizens to contact the control room for any earthquake-related assistance or to report incidents. The administration stated that it is closely monitoring the situation and taking necessary measures to support affected individuals and communities while ensuring a swift disaster response.

A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck Bangladesh on Friday morning, with tremors felt in Dhaka and several other districts. The quake, originating in Madhabdi of Narsingdi, caused the deaths of seven people across three districts—Dhaka, Narayanganj, and Narsingdi—and injured more than fifty others. In Old Dhaka’s Bangshal area, three pedestrians, including a child, were killed when a building railing collapsed. In Narayanganj’s Rupganj upazila, two people, including a woman and a one-year-old child, died after walls collapsed during the quake. In Narsingdi, two others, including a 10-year-old boy and a 75-year-old man, were killed in separate incidents linked to structural collapses. Authorities confirmed the casualties and reported widespread panic among residents. Emergency services are assessing damages and providing medical aid to the injured.

A 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck Bangladesh on Friday morning, shaking Dhaka and other parts of the country. Professor Humayun Akhter, a geologist and former vice-chancellor of Bangladesh Open University, warned that the tremor could be a precursor to a much stronger earthquake in the near future. He explained that the quake occurred along the boundary between the Burma and Indian tectonic plates, which had been locked for years and has now started to release accumulated stress. According to his research, energy equivalent to an 8.2 to 9 magnitude earthquake remains stored in the region, posing a serious risk of future seismic activity. Akhter emphasized that although the current quake was significant, it released only a small portion of the built-up energy. He urged authorities and citizens to conduct regular earthquake preparedness drills to minimize casualties in case of a larger event.