Bangladesh, July 17 -- The death toll from floods and landslides triggered by heavy rainfall in seven districts of the country has risen to 57 with three more deaths reported on Wednesday (Jul. 15), according to the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief. In an update, it also said 111 shelters have been opened in the affected areas, where 4,079 people are currently staying. According to the ministry, seven districts - Khagrachhari, Rangamati, Bandarban, Cox's Bazar, Chattogram, Moulvibazar and Habiganj - remain affected by floods. A total of 57 upazilas, 334 unions and nine municipalities in these districts have been inundated.

Of the fatalities, 32 were recorded in Cox's Bazar, including 19 local residents and 13 Rohingyas, 15 in ...