Cyclone Remal struck the Khepupara coast of Patuakhali at around 10:30 pm last night (26 May), causing rivers in the Barishal division to surge to dangerous levels and resulting in widespread flooding. The cyclone brought heavy rainfall throughout the night, exacerbating the situation.

Tajul Islam, deputy assistant engineer of the district Water Development Board, reported that water levels in several major rivers are now flowing 1 to 1.5 meters above the danger mark. Observers noted that the Kirtankhola and Meghna rivers rose by six feet during high tide, flooding adjacent areas and leaving thousands of people waterlogged in six districts of the division.

The water is expected to take about a week to recede, according to Water Development Board officials.

Masud Rana Rubel from the Barishal Meteorological Office stated that the cyclone is currently passing over inland areas and is expected to take another hour or two to completely cross the land. He added, "After that, heavy rains will occur, and the impact of the cyclone will diminish." The cyclone made landfall in Barishal with wind speeds of 78 kilometers per hour, which have now decreased to 35 kilometers per hour due to reduced air pressure.

As of 9 am, Barishal recorded 59.1 mm of rainfall, with heavy rain forecasted for the next 24 hours. Tidal waters have entered Barishal city, flooding various parts. On the city's outskirts, residents of upazilas and unions are trapped in water, raising concerns about extensive crop damage.

Suman Bepari, a resident of Barishal's Chandramohan union, lamented, "Our houses have all been washed away. Many houses and trees have been destroyed by rain and wind."

Barishal Deputy Commissioner Shahidul Islam stated that the district administration is actively working to manage the aftermath of the cyclone.