Developing countries - Chittagong, Bangladesh Flashcards
Chittagong in Bangladesh is the second largest city in Bangladesh
It has a population of almost
8.5 million people
The flood hazard is classified as high
In July 2012, high tidal water affected over ………% of the sub districts and 15 districts
The flood affected 1.3 million people
10
People, in some areas, are now used to their homes and businesses being flooded twice a day by high tides
Some estimates suggest the area may experience a sea level rise of ………..cm over the next 20 years
30cm
In 2019, the government approved a flood control project including:
A ……….retaining wall
An …….kmflood wall
2.7km
#
19km
This may cause conflict because, there will be winners and losers:
People may be required to leave their homes
Businesses will be more protected