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Bangladesh: Heatwave: 2024/04/21
GLIDE: HT-2024-000056-BGD
| Period | 2024/04/21 |
|---|---|
| Country or District | Bangladesh |
| Event Type | Heatwave |
| Outline | The heatwave has been sweeping over Bangladesh since the end of April 2024. |
| Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Human Impact | Physical Impact | Others |
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Report/Articles
ECHO 2024/05/07
Over the past two weeks, a heatwave has affected several parts of Bangladesh, impacting millions of people. Media report at least 15 fatalities due to heat-aggravated conditions, with most of the deaths recorded in the Magura district (south-western Bangladesh).
IFRC 2024/05/04
According to Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) as of 30 April, a total of 10 people died of suspected heat stroke in different parts of Bangladesh.