SciDevNet: Natural disasters -- particularly tropical cyclones, tornadoes, storm surges and flooding -- occur frequently in Bangladesh.
With changing weather patterns, these disasters are predicted to become both more frequent and more intense.
During the past century, over 400 tropical cyclones have struck Bangladesh's coast, causing widespread devastation and death.
Earlier this year, Cyclone Mohasen hit Bangladesh, forcing thousands of people into emergency accommodation, causing flooding and crop...