Dhaka, Jun 22 (V7N) – The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has forecast gusty winds of up to 60 kilometers per hour in 19 districts across the country by Monday morning, as an active low-pressure system continues to influence weather conditions nationwide.
According to a special weather warning issued for inland river ports on Sunday night, temporary gusty or squally winds with speeds ranging from 45 to 60 kilometers per hour may sweep across several regions, accompanied by rain or thunderstorms.
The affected areas include Dhaka, Rangpur, Dinajpur, Rajshahi, Pabna, Bogra, Tangail, Mymensingh, Faridpur, Jessore, Kushtia, Khulna, Barisal, Patuakhali, Noakhali, Comilla, Chittagong, Cox's Bazar and Sylhet.
In view of the adverse weather conditions, river ports in the affected regions have been advised to display warning signal number one. Operators of river vessels have also been urged to navigate with caution.
The Meteorological Department, in a separate bulletin, warned of the possibility of heavy to very heavy rainfall in parts of the country through Monday evening due to the influence of the low-pressure system.
The forecast predicts light to moderate rain or thunderstorms accompanied by temporary gusty winds and lightning in many areas of Rangpur, Mymensingh, Chittagong and Sylhet divisions. Similar weather conditions may also occur in some parts of Rajshahi, Dhaka, Khulna and Barisal divisions.
Despite the expected rainfall, the weather office said both daytime and nighttime temperatures are likely to remain nearly unchanged across the country during the forecast period.
Authorities have advised residents, particularly those living in low-lying and vulnerable areas, to remain alert and follow weather updates as conditions develop.
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