When Cyclone Remal battered Bangladesh on 26th May 2024, it brought devastating winds and severe flooding. Over 170,000 homes were badly damaged or destroyed in the storm.
ShelterBox is responding in Bangladesh. We are focusing on providing locally appropriate shelters to people who lost their homes. Early distributions have taken place, with more to follow.
Among those who have received aid is 92-year-old Anarc. Our team spoke to him during distributions, and he shared his story.
“It wasn’t looking good…”
Anarc lives in Deluti Union in Bangladesh. It was an area that suffered a lot of damage during the cyclone. He described his life before the storm as “enjoying retirement, living alone, and receiving support from his son.”
When the cyclone hit, Anarc when to a local government shelter. This building was solid and made of concrete. Once the storm has passed he headed back home, wondering what would be left. Of the buildings he passed he said “It wasn’t looking good.” He found that his home had been severely damaged.
Since the storm, Anarc had been living in what remains of his old home in a corner that remained undamaged. He said that he had “come to an age with nothing to lose and nothing to retain.”
“This has given me hope”
Anarc shared that was very grateful for the shelter aid he received.
This has given me hope as I can repair my house and live the rest of my life in comfort instead of discomfort. Thank you so much for your kindness.
