Flood situation worsens in Northern Bangladesh

The flood situation in Bangladesh’s northern district of Kurigram deteriorated due to the swelling of the Brahmaputra and Dharla Rivers amid incessant rainfall and the onrush of upstream water, rendering 50,000 people marooned.

Approximately 80 families have taken refuge in a shelter in Fakir Char but are facing issues with clean water and sanitation. Local administration has distributed 10kg of rice and other essentials among 1,200 families each in the affected areas in Kurigram.