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Khagrachhari, Bangladesh, is grappling with the aftermath of sudden, intense rainfall that inundated low-lying areas and triggered landslides. The Dighinala Weather Observation Centre reported 103 millimeters of rain within a six-hour period, causing the Maini River to surge above its danger level. This led to widespread flooding of Aman paddy fields and homes, leaving residents struggling with rising waters. The rain, which began around midnight and continued until dawn, saw floodwaters entering homes by early morning. Residents described waking up to submerged houses, an unprecedented event for some even compared to previous floods. Overflowing mountain streams and the Boalkhali stream exacerbated the flooding in surrounding areas. The region also experienced landslides at the 5 Mile and 9 Mile points on the Khagrachhari-Dighinala road, completely suspending vehicular movement. The Roads and Highways Department has commenced debris removal operations, but officials estimate it will take time to fully restore connectivity.

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I went to sleep at night. When I woke up in the morning, I saw water had entered the house. Water did not enter our home even during the flood early last month. But last night's three to four hours of rain submerged it.