Heavy monsoon rains have unleashed devastating floods across Southeastern Bangladesh, affecting over 4.5 million people in 11 districts. The floods have caused extensive damage, washed away roads, embankments, and bridges, while submerging vast areas of crop fields. With water levels in rivers such as the Kushiyara, Manu, Dhalai, Khowai, Muhuri, Feni, and Halda rising above danger levels, the situation remains critical. The Muhuri River in Feni is experiencing its highest water levels in the past 40 years.
Many families are stranded, with thousands forced into emergency relief shelters. Vulnerable groups, including the elderly, people with disabilities, mothers, and children, are at heightened risk. The immediate needs are vast, including evacuation support, emergency shelter, safe drinking water, and food.
Islamic Relief’s Response
Islamic Relief has been working in Bangladesh since 1991, and we are now urgently mobilising to respond to this disaster. We are coordinating efforts to provide emergency relief, focusing on distributing hygiene kits, food packs, water, and multi-purpose cash assistance to the most affected communities.
With more rainfall expected, the situation is likely to worsen, and the need for immediate action is critical. Many people are currently stranded in their homes, with thousands of households damaged and countless families now living under the open sky, having lost their belongings to the floodwaters.
We urge our local donor community to contribute to our emergency response efforts. Your donations will enable us to deliver the urgent aid needed to support those affected by the floods.
