Floods in Haor, Bangladesh, June 2024

Since the onset of the monsoon season, Bangladesh has been affected by heavy flooding. One month after tropical cyclone REMAL-24 hit Bangladesh on 27 May 2024, the Haor region was affected by heavy rain, triggering flooding and flash floods, between 20 and 25 June 2024. The Data in Emergencies (DIEM) team at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) examined satellite images in the days following these floods to understand the impact. This StoryMap provides an assessment of the potential impact of the flooding on agricultural production and livelihoods in Bangladesh. Key highlights