5 October 2024
Two dead in Sherpur flash floods
Two people died in Sherpur, Bangladesh, after being swept away by floodwaters. Rahija Begum, 40, drowned while seeking safety with her baby, who survived. Idris Ali, 75, was swept away while returning home. Local authorities confirmed the deaths. Fire Service and Civil Defence, along with volunteers, have begun rescue operations for those trapped in hilly areas due to the flooding.READ FULL