Moderate
Epidemic
Resolved
3 sources
18 casualties
1 entities
Diarrhoea outbreak in Babul Colony, Chattogram, one elderly man dies
An outbreak of diarrhoea occurred in Babul's Colony in the Chandranagar area of Bayazid Bostami, Chattogram, in July 2026 following the consumption of water from contaminated tanks. At least 17 people were hospitalized, and one 75-year-old man, Abdul Matin, died. The situation is now under control following City Corporation investigation.
Friday, 17 July 2026 at 06:00 amBabul's Colony, Chandranagar area, Bayazid Bostami, Chattogram
Hazard specifics
Disease
diarrhea
Confirmed cases
17
Confirmed deaths
1
Notes
Outbreak linked to contaminated water supply tanks in the colony, including suspected dead rat in tank, investigated by City Corporation.
Involved entities
1 RecordWater tank
Structure
Other
Named victims
1 Record| Name/Occupation | Age/Gender | Status | Injury description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abdul Matin | 75 · Male | Dead | — |
Abdul Matin
Dead
Agencies deployed
Local Administration
District or Upazila level government authorities
Chattogram City Corporation health team visited the site, tested the water source, and provided hygiene advice to residents.
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