Prolonged heavy rainfall and tidal surges from the Meghna River have caused severe waterlogging in Monpura, Bhola. Approximately 30,000 people are impacted across five unions and ten villages. Significant flooding of 5-7 feet forced many to seek shelter on rooftops or evacuate, including residents of the 60-colony housing project, Ramnewaz launch ghat, Tulatali, and Kalatali Union. Infrastructure damage includes 25 kilometers of roads and a severed embankment.
Flood category
Tidal Flood
River
Meghna
Water depth (m)
1.5
Duration (days)
8
| Scope | Source wording |
|---|---|
| 1 · upazilla | মনপুরা উপজেলা |
Organized groups of individuals offering free services
Local Jubodal members are engaging in voluntary water drainage operations to assist the affected residents.