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Bangladesh’s Inadequate Preparation for Cyclone Remal Exposes Vulnerabilities

Cyclone Remal has displayed significant deficiencies in Bangladesh’s disaster preparedness. Despite advance warnings, the response to the cyclone’s impact was insufficient. With winds reaching 111 km/h, Remal caused extensive flooding, damaged embankments, and left hundreds of thousands without power in coastal regions. Evacuation efforts were problematic, with many residents not receiving timely information. The 800,000 evacuees faced overcrowded shelters, heightening health risks, especially amidst ongoing pandemic concerns. The shelters lacked essential supplies and were poorly managed, exacerbating the crisis. Coordination between national and local authorities was inadequate, resulting in delayed emergency services and slow distribution of relief. This inefficiency left many communities without critical support for extended periods, worsening the humanitarian impact. Structural vulnerabilities were evident, as many homes and infrastructure facilities could not withstand the cyclone’s force, leading to extensive damage and displacement. Bangladesh must urgently improve its disaster preparedness. Strengthening early warning systems, improving evacuation procedures, and ensuring shelters are well-managed and equipped with necessary supplies are crucial. Building resilient infrastructure and conducting regular disaster response drills will better prepare the nation for future cyclones. As climate change increases the frequency and intensity of such storms, proactive measures are vital to protect lives and livelihoods.



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  • George Kariuki

    36 w

    This is so sad to hear😥 Cyclone Remal's impact on Bangladesh is a stark reminder of the need for improved disaster preparedness.

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    • Munene Mugambi

      36 w

      @george_kariuki Disaster response is crucial but it's always been downplayed by many countries and they only react after the disaster strikes as opposed to being proactive.

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      • Edwin wangombe

        35 w

        @george_kariuki Disaster preparedness should be at the top of every government priority, especially in this era of climate change crisis... the government of Bangladesh should pull up its socks

        • Edwin wangombe

          35 w

          @munene_mugambi This is very dangerous... the government needs to be proactive and not reactive. They need better preparedness.

        • Ann Nyambura

          36 w

          Investing in robust early warning systems should be a top priority.

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          • Munene Mugambi

            36 w

            @ann_nyambura_542 Certainly. This would save a lot of lives, property and save the country a lot of resources that are used in search and recovery after disasters. It has to be a priority to set such systems in place for all nations

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            • Edwin wangombe

              35 w

              @ann_nyambura_542 I agree with you... they should invest in advanced warning system for better preparedness

              • Edwin wangombe

                35 w

                @munene_mugambi i agree...this climate change crisis is leaving no one behind so every country needs better preparedness

              • Elizabeth Gathigia

                36 w

                A wake up call to the government of Bangladesh to action and prepare early in advance to prevent such disasters

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                • Joseph Githinji

                  36 w

                  @elizbeth_gathigia I agree, Bangladesh must review their disaster preparedness systems to avoid such catastrophe happening in the future.

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                  • Munene Mugambi

                    36 w

                    @elizbeth_gathigia It really is a warning to the world on what happens when people are poorly prepared to mitigate disasters. This should serve as a stark warning to us all and not just Bangladesh and India. We all are at risk

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                    • Edwin wangombe

                      35 w

                      @elizbeth_gathigia Yes, they need to pull up their socks

                    • Gorffly mokua

                      36 w

                      This is really disturbing!! There is urgent need for improved infrastructure and more robust emergency plans to better protect vulnerable communities from future climate threats

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                      • Joseph Githinji

                        36 w

                        @gorffly_mokua true, the government of Bangladesh must be vigilant to correct this mess and have a better strategies to avoid such an embarrassment in the future.

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                      • Jane Wangui

                        36 w

                        The government ought to take appropriate actions to deal with the catastrophies before they occur.

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                        • walter lungayi

                          36 w

                          This is so devastating!! The government and local authority should collaborate to strengthen its disaster management infrastructure and disaster risk reduction strategies to safeguard vulnerable communities.

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                          • Gorffly mokua

                            36 w

                            @walter_lungayi These governments never learn!!

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                          • johnte ndeto

                            36 w

                            Since governments have tax payers money it should be invested to prevent such hazards from re occuring.

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                            • Joseph Githinji

                              36 w

                              @johnte_ndeto True, it is sad to see the government of Bangladesh neglecting their mandate to protect their subjects.

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                            • Princess

                              36 w

                              Bangladesh must urgently address these issues and strengthen its disaster preparedness measures to better protect its citizens from future cyclones and other natural disasters.

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                              • Joseph Githinji

                                36 w

                                @princess_nel_268 This is true, the Bangladesh government should apologise to the people and commit to have better disaster preparedness.

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                              • Rukia Ahmed Abdi

                                36 w

                                Bangladesh government should be ashamed for reckless handling of such a devastating disaster.Time this government pulled it's socks on disaster preparedness

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                                • Joseph Githinji

                                  36 w

                                  @rukia_ahmed_abdi I concur with you and I believe that they must compensate the affected families and do better in the future.

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                                • Kevin

                                  36 w

                                  This is a total shame for the Bangladesh government. They should prepare in advance since the warnings came in early.

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                                  • Joseph Githinji

                                    36 w

                                    @Kevin true, the government must be ready to protect their subjects in the midst of climate crisis which is a threat to their security.

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                                    • Gorffly mokua

                                      36 w

                                      @Kevin Lets hope that the government has already taken necessary intervention to support and help affected victims..

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                                    • Joseph Githinji

                                      36 w

                                      This is concerning indeed. The government of Bangladesh must respond to this effects as fast as possible and build better structures to avoid such catastrophe in the future.

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                                      • Gorffly mokua

                                        36 w

                                        @joseph_githinji They should prioritize disaster preparedness to ensure the safety &well-being of citizens during emergencies, period!!

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