Dhaka, Jul 13 (V7N) — The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in several parts of the country, including Dhaka, due to the influence of active monsoon winds.
In a weather bulletin issued on Monday and signed by meteorologist Dr. Muhammad Abul Kalam Mallick, the BMD said that heavy (44–88 mm in 24 hours) to very heavy (more than 88 mm in 24 hours) rainfall may occur in some areas of Rangpur, Rajshahi, Mymensingh, Dhaka, Chattogram and Sylhet divisions from 11:00 a.m. Monday over the following 24 hours.
Meanwhile, continuous rainfall since midnight has caused waterlogging in several parts of the capital, with knee-deep water reported in some low-lying areas. The inundation has disrupted traffic and caused significant hardship for commuters during the working day.
According to the Meteorological Department, 97 millimetres of rainfall was recorded in Dhaka and its surrounding areas over the past 24 hours, reflecting the intensity of the ongoing monsoon spell.
Authorities have advised residents, particularly those in low-lying and flood-prone areas, to remain cautious as the heavy rainfall may trigger further waterlogging and localized flooding.
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