Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:10pm on 26 May 2024,Sunday Weather & Environment
Bangladesh has evacuated millions as Cyclone Remal nears, expected to bring winds of 130 kmph. The cyclone is set to hit between Sunday evening and midnight. Coastal areas face severe flooding, landslides, and storm surges. A great danger signal No. 10 has been issued. Authorities have moved 800,000 people to shelters. The navy, coast guard, and volunteers are aiding the evacuation. TV footage shows widespread flooding in low-lying areas. The Chattogram Seaport has halted cargo unloading, and river vessels and flights are suspended. Cyclone Sidr, a past storm, left over 4,000 dead or missing in 2007.
