The death count from Cyclone Remal that smashed into low-lying areas of Bangladesh has risen to at least 10 people.

Besides, the cyclone destroyed around 1.5 lakh houses and affected more than 37,000 people, State Minister for Disaster Management and Relief Mohibbur Rahman said today (May 27).

He was describing the situation after cyclone in the conference room of the ministry this afternoon.

Among the fatalities, one died in Khulna, one in Satkhira, three in Barisal, one in Patuakhali, three in Bhola, one in Chattogram, added the minister.

He also said that 37, 58, 096 people were affected in 19 district and around 1, 50, 475 houses were destroyed.

BDST: 1810 HRS, MAY 26, 2024
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