PROTTYASHI

Emergency Response

Emergency Support for Flash Fire Affected Rohingya People

Project Duration
April, 2021 - May, 2021
completed

A devastating flash fire in temporary settlements caused widespread destruction, resulting in loss of life, injuries, trauma, and severe damage to household belongings. Many affected families lost essential personal items and faced immediate humanitarian needs.

In response, emergency assistance was provided through the distribution of clothing kits to Rohingya refugees and vulnerable host community households. Each package included essential garments such as lungi, thami, burkha, maxi, towels, slippers, T-shirts, panjabis, and girls’ suits to meet the diverse needs of family members.

The timely support helped families restore dignity, reduce... Read More

Major Achievements

2612 Reached

Supported 2,612 fire-affected households from Rohingya and host communities.

Clothing Support

Distributed emergency clothing kits with essential garments for families.

Basic Needs Met

Improved living conditions by meeting urgent clothing needs after the disaster.

Recovery Support

Enabled families to use limited resources for food, health, and shelter rebuilding.

Positive Response

Received strong appreciation from beneficiaries and stakeholders for timely humanitarian support.

Major Activities

Distributed clothing kits to severely affected households.

Identified vulnerable Rohingya and host community families for support.

Implemented relief activities within a short emergency timeframe.

Ensured fair and sensitive support for both refugee and host communities.

Helped families stabilize after the traumatic fire incident.

Project Goal

Project Goal

To reduce suffering and support the immediate recovery of fire-affected households through timely and inclusive emergency humanitarian assistance.

Geographical Coverage

Geographical Coverage

The project was implemented in Ukhiya Upazila of Cox’s Bazar District, Bangladesh.

Targeted Beneficiaries

Targeted Beneficiaries

The project targeted Rohingya refugee and vulnerable host community households severely affected by the flash fire, especially families who lost clothing and basic household belongings.

Programme Highlights

Restoring Dignity After Devastating Fire

The project provided rapid humanitarian support to families affected by a major flash fire in Ukhiya. Through timely distribution of clothing kits, vulnerable households were able to meet immediate personal needs and focus their scarce resources on recovery. The initiative not only reduced hardship but also promoted dignity, trust, and resilience among affected Rohingya and host communities.

Restoring Dignity After Devastating Fire
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