Bangladesh storm tragedy: Ten dead amid sudden tempests
Intense storms in Bangladesh have resulted in the deaths of ten people. The victims include farmers caught off guard while working in rice fields and pedestrians.
What do you need to know?
- Where did the tragedy occur? The tragedy happened in Bangladesh's northern and eastern regions, including the Mymensingh district. The storm struck suddenly, catching residents by surprise.
- Causes of death? The causes of death were lightning strikes and intense gusts of wind that uprooted trees and broke branches.
- What is the weather forecast? Forecasters are now warning of a heatwave that may affect these areas and could persist over the country for several days.
What were the circumstances of the tragic events?
On Sunday, intense storms swept through Bangladesh, resulting in the deaths of at least ten people. In the Mymensingh district, five farmers, including one teenager, lost their lives in the rice fields. The storms were unexpected and accompanied by dangerous wind gusts.
In the Ghagra municipality, another tragic incident occurred. A pedestrian seeking shelter from the storm was killed when strong winds overturned the tree he used for cover. In the same area, another resident died after being struck by a falling branch.
What is the forecast for the coming days?
Bangladesh's meteorological office is warning of a heatwave that has been affecting the western and central parts of the country for several days. In the city of Chuadanga, temperatures reached 106°F. Forecasters predict that the hot weather may continue for several days, posing an additional risk to residents.
