flood in Bangladesh
Noakhali-Feni: Floodwaters gone months ago but sufferings linger
Nineteen-year-old Sajjad Hossain had no alternative but to start building a new thatched home for his two sisters, mother and himself since their house was swept away by a flood four months ago in Pashchim Aloka village, situated on the banks of Muhuri river in Feni’s Parshuram upazila.
13 January 2025, 18:13 PM
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.
20 October 2024, 08:23 AM
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.
9 October 2024, 09:00 AM
Two dead in Sherpur flash floods
Two people died after being swept away by floodwater in Sherpur last evening
5 October 2024, 04:30 AM
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.
1 October 2024, 02:00 AM
Why has the government’s flood response been so slow?
A month after the floods, the government has yet to begin rehabilitation work.
24 September 2024, 02:00 AM
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)
15 September 2024, 07:46 AM
‘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?
3 September 2024, 08:45 AM
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.
26 August 2024, 06:54 AM
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.
25 August 2024, 11:17 AM
Floods 2024: Bangladesh’s unexpected show of solidarity
After the revolution, we faced yet another disaster caused by the torrential flood. Being one of the worst flood crises in decades, everyday citizens of Bangladesh have displayed, yet another, extraordinary level of solidarity and resourcefulness.
25 August 2024, 09:17 AM
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.
25 August 2024, 09:06 AM
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)
24 August 2024, 08:04 AM
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?
23 August 2024, 08:00 AM
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.
22 August 2024, 09:00 AM
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.
21 August 2024, 08:04 AM
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.
5 July 2024, 18:00 PM