Dhaka, June 4 -- The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) launched an emergency response in Teknaf upazila of Cox's Bazar, shortly after early warning signals were issued.

In a proactive move, the WFP, in coordination with the government, initiated support through its anticipatory action mechanism.

A total of 6,500 people received Tk 5,000 (US$43) per family, transferred directly to their mobile wallets. The early support enabled families to purchase food and essential supplies, safeguard their homes, and prepare for the potential impact of the disaster, said a WFP press release.

"As always, climate shocks hit hardest in communities already living in poverty and facing high food insecurity. Because we acted early, families had a c...