A devastating flood has struck Bangladesh and northeast India, claiming the lives of at least 36 people and affecting nearly 4.5 million individuals. The disaster has forced hundreds of homes underwater, leaving residents stranded on rooftops, and has caused rivers on both sides of the border to reach extreme levels.
In Bangladesh, 13 people have died, and almost 200,000 have been evacuated from flooded areas. The country’s Disaster Management ministry has reported that nearly 4.5 million people have been affected by the flooding, with hundreds of homes underwater.
In the northeastern Indian state of Tripura, which borders Bangladesh, at least 23 people have died, and over 64,000 are seeking shelter in relief camps. The state’s emergency operation center has reported that the flooding has caused widespread destruction, with many homes and buildings damaged.
The floods have been caused by heavy rainfall in the region, with some areas recording up to 200 millimeters (about 8 inches) of rain in recent days. The Japan Meteorological Agency has warned of further heavy rainfall in the coming days, which could exacerbate the situation.
Rescue efforts are underway, with army and navy personnel evacuating people by boat and providing aid to those affected. Government buildings and high schools have been converted into shelters, and relief camps have been set up to provide food and shelter to those displaced.
The flooding has also caused significant disruptions to transportation and daily life, with many roads and highways closed due to the floodwaters. The Indian government has dispatched teams of geologists and emergency responders to the affected areas to assess the situation and provide assistance.
