The Brahmaputra and Dharla rivers in Kurigram, Bangladesh have swelled causing floods that have marooned 50,000 people. Families are struggling to meet basic needs as their homes are submerged and clean water and sanitation are scarce. Local authorities have taken measures to provide relief to the affected families, but more support is needed as the situation remains critical. The Rivers Brahmaputra and Dharla are flowing above danger levels, and thousands of families are in need of urgent assistance.
As heavy rainfall and onrush of water from upstream continue to worsen the flood situation in northern districts of Bangladesh, the government is closely monitoring the water levels of major rivers. The Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre has warned that the water levels of Brahmaputra-Jamuna and Ganges-Padma rivers may continue to rise in the next 72 hours, potentially crossing danger levels. As a result, vast areas of low-lying areas have already been inundated and thousands of locals have been left marooned in Kurigram district.