At least 68 people have died from flooding caused by heavy rainfall in recent weeks in various parts of Bangladesh, according to the latest tally from authorities in the Asian country.
Most of the victims drowned, but deaths from lightning and snake bites were also reported in the affected areas between May 17 and June 23. 24 deaths were recorded in the last 24 hours alone, according to authorities.
The floods have caused widespread damage to homes, crops and roads. Television reports show images of large areas submerged under water, especially in the northeastern part of the country.
Bangladesh's Disaster Management and Relief Minister Enamoor Rahman said both the government and private agencies are working together to provide relief to the affected people in Sylhet province, which is facing the worst floods in 122 years.
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