3. The 1991 Bangladesh Cyclone
On April 29, 1991, a powerful tropical cyclone struck Bangladesh, resulting in the deaths of approximately 138,000 people. The cyclone’s high winds, heavy rains, and storm surges wreaked havoc on coastal communities, causing widespread flooding and infrastructure collapse.
Despite Bangladesh’s experience with cyclones, this disaster highlighted the nation’s vulnerability and led to improved disaster preparedness and early warning systems in subsequent years.