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Bangladesh: BGD: Flood - 07-2026 - Situation Report-4, Monsoon depression in Cox’s Bazar (2026-07-09)
By Bangladesh Red Crescent Society ReliefWeb
· July 9, 2026
· 3 min read
Countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar . Sources for data marked as Other The well-marked low persists over Northwest Madhya Pradesh & adjoining area. It is very likely to move north-northwestwards and recurve northeastwards thereafter. Under its influence steep pressure gradient persists over North Bay
Key takeaway According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD), active monsoon conditions are expected to continue until at least 11 July, with heavy to very heavy rainfall forecast across Cox's Bazar and the Chattogram Division.
Why this matters
The situation in Bangladesh's Cox's Bazar highlights the vulnerability of densely populated areas to extreme weather events. The anticipated heavy to very heavy rainfall across the region until at least July 11 poses a significant threat to the already fragile infrastructure and displacement camps. Humanitarian partners are on high alert, with the Needs Assessment Working Group's Anticipatory Impact Analysis identifying Cox's Bazar as highly susceptible to flash flooding. The recent weather-related incidents affecting over 28,000 people and causing damage to thousands of shelters underscore the need for proactive measures. As the monsoon season continues, the risk of flooding, landslides, and infrastructure damage will likely escalate, exacerbating the existing challenges in the region. The international community's response to this crisis will be crucial in mitigating the impact of the floods and supporting the affected populations, particularly in the displacement camps.
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Category: disaster Published: July 9, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar . Sources for data marked as Other The well-marked low persists over Northwest Madhya Pradesh & adjoining area. It is very likely to move north-northwestwards and recurve northeastwards thereafter. Under its influence steep pressure gradient persists over North Bay
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