Dhaka South forms emergency response teams to tackle waterlogging amid continuous rain
The DSCC has also requested that citizens report any temporary waterlogging incidents within its jurisdiction by contacting the central control room at 01709900888
Dhaka South City Corporation has formed ward-based emergency response teams and activated a central control room to address waterlogging in the city, following continuous rainfall over the past few days.
In a press release issued today (9 July), the city corporation said light rain, accompanied by winds from the southeast/south at 10-15 kmph, may continue in Dhaka and surrounding areas due to a low-pressure system over Gangetic West Bengal and adjoining regions.
The capital and its nearby areas recorded 45mm of rainfall in the 24 hours prior to this morning (9 July), the press release added, citing the Bangladesh Meteorological Department.
Rainfall is expected to persist over the coming days.
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In response to the situation, the waste management division of Dhaka South is working tirelessly in all wards under its jurisdiction to remove stagnant water and reduce public suffering.
The DSCC has also requested that citizens report any temporary waterlogging incidents within its jurisdiction by contacting the central control room at 01709900888.
