Nearly 2 million people stranded as second wave of devastating #floods hits #Bangladesh in less than a month
"The widespread flooding was triggered by prolonged torrential rain and water runoff from the hilly regions upstream on the border with India, which caused four rivers to swell beyond their danger marks."
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Better late than never: Wealthy nations finally meet $100 billion #climate aid goal
"Even $100 billion, however, is far lower than the developing world’s estimated need. United Nations-backed research projects that developing countries (excluding China) will need an eye-popping $2.4 trillion per year by 2030 to transition away from fossil fuels and adapt to #ClimateChange."
"Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Saber Hossain Chowdhury said #Bangladesh has a requirement of $876 billion to implement its ambitious climate action plans and international cooperation is crucial in this regard.
The Mujib Climate Prosperity Plan (MCPP) and the Bangladesh Delta Plan 2100 estimate $471.72 billion to implement the identified priority projects."
Searing heat in India today.
Max. recorded temp: 49.8°C
Many central regions of the country with above 40°C temperatures.
May tends to be the hottest month in India.
Source: India Meteorological Department #India#WxIndia
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Also, severe cyclonic storm Remal is poised to strike Bangladesh around midnight today with max wind speeds of 110-120 kmph. Indian states bordering Bangladesh will also be affected.
Cyclone Remal was named by Oman as per the standard convention of naming tropical cyclones in the region. In Arabic, Remal means sand.
Graphic source: India Meteorological Department #India#Bangladesh
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"The consumption of saline #water in coastal #Bangladesh has long been associated with various health risks, including hypertension, respiratory problems and pre-eclampsia, but its effect on kidney health remains relatively unknown.
#ChronicKidneyDisease is a major public health issue worldwide but studies suggest a higher prevalence (22%) among Bangladeshis than the global average (10%)."
Today in Labor History May 20, 1971: The Chuknagar massacre occurred when Pakistani forces slaughtered thousands of Bengali Hindus. It was one of the largest massacres of the Bangladesh Liberation War. Many people drowned in the river as they fled the gunfire. As a result, an estimated 8,000 to 10,000 people died.
"He said the faster rate of rising sea-level on #Bangladesh's coast will increase the vulnerability of coastal people and their livelihoods.
Salinity, coastal inundation, and storm surge height will increase. It could impact agriculture, food security, disaster management, health, drinking water supply, and coastal infrastructure.
The world's largest #mangrove forest and its ecosystem will be affected by rising sea-level and salinity."
Today in Labor History April 24, 2013: An eight-story garment factory in Dhaka, Bangladesh, collapsed. The disaster killed 1,129 workers and injured 2,515. A day earlier, someone noticed cracks in the structure. However, factory officials, who had contracts with Benneton and other major U.S. labels, insisted the workers return to the job.
The #Bangladesh government is spending $3.5b per year for climate adaptation.
"But actually, $9 billion is needed. Collaboration among the government, NGOs and international development partners are important in this regard."
"He said the government will empower communities, particularly women, to overcome climate challenges and adapt to changing circumstances."