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Flood Risk in 10 Districts of Bangladesh
Heavy rain in parts of the country and upstream could cause short-term flooding in 10 districts of three divisions within 24 to 48 hours, the Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre said.
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EnvironmentFlood warning for low-lying riverside areas in several districts
On 20 July 2026 the Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre said floods could develop or worsen within 24 to 48 hours in low-lying riverside areas of the Rangpur, Sylhet, Mymensingh and Rajshahi regions, with flash floods possible in places.
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Heavy Rain May Cause Floods in Eight Districts
Heavy to very heavy rain may cause floods in eight districts in the next 24 to 72 hours, with rivers flowing at warning level and low-lying areas at risk of inundation.
EnvironmentFlood centre warned of fresh short-term floods in seven northern districts
On 18 July 2026 the Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre warned that heavy rain could bring short-term floods within 24 to 72 hours to low-lying riverside areas of five Rangpur division districts and of Sylhet and Sunamganj.
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Flooding May Persist in Parts of Bangladesh for Two More Days
Heavy rain and water from upstream have caused flooding in several parts of the country, and the situation may continue for another 24 to 48 hours.
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Heavy Rain Likely in Three Divisions for Three Days, Flooding Possible
The Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre has forecast heavy rain over the next three days in Mymensingh, Sylhet and Rangpur divisions, which could cause short-term flooding.
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