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IOM Bangladesh Rohingya Humanitarian Crisis Response: Situation Report on Monsoon Landslides and Shelter Damage, Reporting Period: 5 - 7 July 2026 (48 hours)
By International Organization for Migration at ReliefWeb
· July 12, 2026
· 2 min read
Countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar . SITUATION OVERVIEW Following prolonged and heavy monsoon rainfall across the Rohingya refugee camps in Cox's Bazar, two significant landslide incidents were reported during the early hours of 6 July 2026 in Camp 11 and Camp 15. According to information available at t
Key takeaway SITUATION OVERVIEW Following prolonged and heavy monsoon rainfall across the Rohingya refugee camps in Cox's Bazar, two significant landslide incidents were reported during the early hours of 6 July 2026 in Camp 11 and Camp 15.
Why this matters
The recent monsoon landslides in Rohingya refugee camps in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh, underscore the need for ongoing support and risk reduction measures in these vulnerable settlements. With over 1,000 reported shelter damage cases and multiple fatalities, the situation highlights the devastating impact of natural disasters on refugee populations. The fact that site-specific conditions, such as terrain and drainage, are being assessed as part of the technical review suggests that a more nuanced approach to disaster mitigation is necessary. The activation of Mental Health and Psychosocial Support services for affected families also acknowledges the long-term effects of such disasters on refugee communities. As the monsoon season continues, it is crucial for humanitarian organizations and government authorities to work together to implement sustained risk reduction measures, including relocation support and emergency shelter assistance, to protect the lives and livelihoods of refugees in these camps.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Countries: Bangladesh, Myanmar . SITUATION OVERVIEW Following prolonged and heavy monsoon rainfall across the Rohingya refugee camps in Cox's Bazar, two significant landslide incidents were reported during the early hours of 6 July 2026 in Camp 11 and Camp 15. According to information available at t
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