Flashflood maroons 25,000 people in Lalmonirhat

Around 25,000 people marooned as the low-lying areas of Lalmonirhat district have been flooded as the Teesta River continues to swell due to upstream water and persistent rainfall over the last several days.

Flood protection embankments are under threat from the heavy water pressure, with the Teesta flowing 2 cm above its danger level. 

Water Development Board recorded a water level of 52.17 meters at Dalia point of Teesta Barrage.

The strong current has washed away roads and bridge culverts, while standing crops, including Aman paddy and vegetables, have been submerged. Fish enclosures have also been swept away, causing significant losses to fish farmers.

Mashiur Rahman, chairman of Dauabari Union Parishad, noted that around 3,000-3,500 families in the union have been marooned. Although the local administration has been informed, no relief materials have arrived yet.

HM Rakib Haider, the deputy commissioner of Lalmonirhat, stated that relief materials would be delivered soon. The situation is being monitored, and efforts are being made to protect the embankments with GO bags. Both district and upazila administrations are prepared to manage the flood situation, he added.