Heavy rains and flash floods in Bangladesh leave 51 dead
Summary
Heavy rains and flash floods in Bangladesh have caused the deaths of at least 51 people and affected more than one million others. Flooding has displaced thousands, damaged homes, and caused major disruptions in cities like Dhaka and districts like Cox's Bazar, which hosts many Rohingya refugees.Key Facts
- At least 51 people have died due to heavy rains and flash floods in Bangladesh.
- More than one million people have been affected by the recent floods.
- Thousands of people have lost their homes and are now living in government shelters.
- Cox's Bazar district, home to over a million Rohingya refugees, has seen more than half of the deaths.
- Floodwaters swept through a school in Cox's Bazar last week, killing several students and a teacher.
- Flooding has caused traffic slowdowns in Dhaka, where water levels have reached knee height in some areas.
- Authorities issued warnings, evacuated families in high-risk areas, and postponed student exams.
- Experts say climate change is making the monsoon rains heavier and more frequent in Bangladesh.
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