Severe flash flooding and waterlogging in Chakaria and Matamuhuri Upazilas, 50,000 people stranded

Continuous heavy rainfall and mountain runoff from the Matamuhuri River have caused severe flash flooding and waterlogging in low-lying areas of Chakaria and Matamuhuri upazilas, Cox's Bazar. Approximately 50,000 people across 18 unions and one municipality are affected, with significant disruption to local infrastructure, trade, and education. Local administration has initiated emergency response measures, including the allocation of 30 metric tons of rice, opening of sluice gates, and the establishment of a control room for monitoring.