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Eight districts of the country have been flooded due to heavy rains and onrush of water from the upstream, said the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief on Wednesday (21 August).
The affected eight districts are Sunamganj, Moulvibazar, Habiganj, Feni, Chattogram, Noakhali, Comilla and Khagrachhari.
Additional Secretary of the ministry KM Ali Reza said at a press briefing, The flood may spread further.
He said according to the Met office forecast, moderate to heavy rainfall is likely in the northeastern region of the country and adjoining upstream in the next 48 hours. As a result, the water level of the major rivers of the northeastern districts of Sylhet, Sunamganj, Netrakona, Moulvibazar and Habiganj may rise, he added.
He said the water level of major rivers in the northeastern and eastern region of the country keep rising.
The waters of Kushiyara, Manu, Dhalai, Khowai, Muhuri, Feni and Halda rivers are flowing above the danger level at seven stations.
“In the next 24 hours, the water level of Manu, Khowai, Dholai and Sarigowain rivers in Moulvibazar and Habiganj districts may cross the danger level at several points, submerging low-lying areas. “
Relief distribution are underway in the flood-hit districts, the Additional Secretary said, adding that the local administration is working in coordination with the Deputy Commissioners of the flood-affected districts, the coordinators of the Anti-Discrimination Student Movement, the army and other volunteers.
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