Devastating flash floods in Bangladesh have affected more than five million people, leaving at least 71 people dead and 509,000 displaced into emergency shelters. Millions of families have lost everything - their homes, crops and livelihoods - and urgently need humanitarian assistance.
ActionAid and partners are responding in Noakhali District, delivering emergency supplies including food, water purification tablets, medicine and hygiene kits.
Flooding has destroyed roads, rail and communication networks, severely hindering evacuation and relief efforts. Sanitation systems have collapsed, and together with stagnant floodwaters pose significant health risks, including water-borne diseases such as cholera.
To reach waterlogged communities, ActionAid’s dedicated network of youth volunteers is braving treacherous conditions, travelling by small boats to deliver food and crucial supplies to stranded families.
Farah Kabir, country director of ActionAid Bangladesh said:
“We are deeply concerned about the impact of the flooding, particularly on women and children, who are the most vulnerable in such emergencies. The immediate challenges include access to safe drinking water and access to medical services and food.
"Entire families have lost everything. We are working tirelessly to provide relief, but the scale of the crisis is overwhelming."
We are planning to increase our emergency response over the coming days - please donate to help us reach more families.
ActionAid's initial response will be followed by a longer term recovery response, which will prioritise the repair of shelter and water, sanitation and hygiene facilities, and support for community members to re-establish their livelihoods.
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Where your money goes
90% of your donation will go directly to our Bangladesh Floods Appeal.
10% of your donation will be retained for ActionAid’s Emergency Action Fund which will only be used for ensuring we are prepared and able to respond quickly and more effectively to future emergencies and crises.
If the total amount raised for this appeal exceeds the funds needed for the response, ActionAid will transfer the remaining balance to the Emergency Action Fund. All Gift Aid claimed on donations will fund ActionAid’s work across the world, wherever the need is greatest.
Page updated 19 September 2024