Friday, July 10, 2026 · Updated Friday, July 10, 2026
Dhaka, Bangladesh
The monsoon season has arrived with intense force in Dhaka, leaving extensive portions of the capital under deep water. Heavy downpours have overwhelmed local drainage systems, turning streets into canals and residential compounds into shallow lakes. For residents, the sudden deluge means navigating waist-deep water just to run basic errands.
The video shows a flooded playground and the reflection of a building in the murky water. A swing set and a slide are partially submerged. The water level reaches the first floor of the building, which appears to be an apartment complex. Trees and bushes are also visible, some of which are also submerged. Power lines are visible above the water. The scene suggests a recent flood event.
In several neighborhoods, local playgrounds have been completely swallowed by the rising tide. Colorful slides and swing sets now stand half-submerged, creating a surreal landscape where recreational spaces are rendered entirely unusable. Reflections of nearby apartment blocks ripple across the muddy brown surface of the floodwaters.
In Dhaka, Bangladesh, an elderly man wearing a white cap and a light blue traditional outfit walks through flooded streets. He carries a pair of dark sandals in his right hand and appears to be navigating the deep water. The murky brown water reflects the overcast sky and surrounding environment, with ripples suggesting movement and disturbance. A black wire runs diagonally across the lower right corner of the frame.
Daily transit has ground to a halt in the hardest-hit sectors. Submerged bicycles and motorbikes are left abandoned against trees and fences, while those on foot are forced to wade through the streets carrying their footwear. The slow, quiet movement of residents through the water highlights the recurring challenge of urban flooding in the region.
This image depicts a flooded urban area in Dhaka, Bangladesh, likely a residential compound. The ground level of buildings and a playground are submerged in murky, brown water, indicating significant rainfall or a water overflow event. In the foreground, several bicycles and a red motorcycle are partially submerged, suggesting they were left in the area before the flooding. Two of the bicycles are leaning against a tree, which is rooted in the flooded ground. A black jacket is hanging on a fence near the tree. In the background, apartment buildings with visible windows rise above the water level. The playground equipment, including a slide and a merry-go-round, is also partially underwater. The presence of trees and lush greenery, though partially submerged, indicates a tropical climate. The sky is overcast, contributing to the somber mood of the scene. The image captures the impact of severe weather on urban infrastructure and daily life in Dhaka.
A static image displays the text "Heavy rainfall caused flood in Dhaka" in white, sans-serif font against a solid purple background. The text is positioned towards the bottom of the image, with "Dhaka" on the second line. There are no people, objects, or environmental details present in the image, only the text.
As the water levels persist, the immediate focus turns to infrastructure resilience in rapidly growing urban centers. For now, the community adapts to the temporary aquatic reality, waiting for the skies to clear and the streets to drain.
An overhead shot shows a man in a white robe and white skullcap walking through flooded water. He has a beard and is holding a dark-colored mobile device in his right hand. The water is murky brown and appears to be about knee-deep. The man is walking from left to right across the frame. There is debris in the water and on the edges of the flooded area, including what appears to be a black tarp in the lower left corner. The environment looks like an urban or suburban street.
This image captures a playground submerged in floodwaters, likely in Dhaka, Bangladesh, given the presence of overhead power lines and a chain-link fence commonly seen in urban settings there. The playground features colorful slides and structures, with a yellow slide prominently displayed on the left, a blue slide on the right, and a yellow canopy overhead. The water level reaches high enough to submerge much of the playground equipment, creating reflections on its surface. Lush green vegetation is visible in the background, contrasting with the murky floodwaters. The scene suggests a recent heavy rainfall or a persistent flooding issue in the area.
The video shows a flooded playground and the reflection of a building in the murky water. A swing set and a slide are partially submerged. The water level reaches the first floor of the building, which appears to be an apartment complex. Trees and bushes are also visible, some of which are also submerged. Power lines are visible above the water. The scene suggests a recent flood event.
In Dhaka, Bangladesh, an elderly man wearing a white cap and a light blue traditional outfit walks through flooded streets. He carries a pair of dark sandals in his right hand and appears to be navigating the deep water. The murky brown water reflects the overcast sky and surrounding environment, with ripples suggesting movement and disturbance. A black wire runs diagonally across the lower right corner of the frame.
This image depicts a flooded urban area in Dhaka, Bangladesh, likely a residential compound. The ground level of buildings and a playground are submerged in murky, brown water, indicating significant rainfall or a water overflow event. In the foreground, several bicycles and a red motorcycle are partially submerged, suggesting they were left in the area before the flooding. Two of the bicycles are leaning against a tree, which is rooted in the flooded ground. A black jacket is hanging on a fence near the tree. In the background, apartment buildings with visible windows rise above the water level. The playground equipment, including a slide and a merry-go-round, is also partially underwater. The presence of trees and lush greenery, though partially submerged, indicates a tropical climate. The sky is overcast, contributing to the somber mood of the scene. The image captures the impact of severe weather on urban infrastructure and daily life in Dhaka.
A static image displays the text "Heavy rainfall caused flood in Dhaka" in white, sans-serif font against a solid purple background. The text is positioned towards the bottom of the image, with "Dhaka" on the second line. There are no people, objects, or environmental details present in the image, only the text.
Dhaka, Bangladesh
