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Rains likely to drench country in next 24hr: BMD
Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecast rain or thunder showers in all divisions including Dhaka of the country in 24 hours commencing 9:00am on Friday.
“Rain or thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at a few places over Dhaka, Khulna and Sylhet divisions and at one or two places over Rangpur, Rajshahi, Mymensingh, Barishal and Chattogram divisions,” said a met office update.
The country’s highest 53millimeter of rainfall was recorded in Barishal in 24 hours till 6am on Friday.
Read: Rain, thunder shower likely over 4 divisions, BMD says
Day temperatures may fall slightly and night temperature may remain nearly unchanged over the country, according to the BMD.
The country’s highest temperature was recorded in Feni at 35.5 degree Celsius over the past 24 hours till 6pm on Thursday while the lowest temperature 21.6 degree Celsius was recorded in Panchagarh’s Tetulia till 6am on Friday.
1 week ago
Fire in Barishal SBMCH: Overcrowded Old building strains to provide adequate care
A fire at Barishal Sher-e-Bangla Medical College Hospital (SBMCH) has forced hospital authorities to scramble for alternatives. The fire broke out on Sunday, prompting the transfer of patients from the affected medicine building to the hospital’s older facility. However, the older building, already overwhelmed with a high number of patients and existing resource shortages, has been unable to provide the desired level of care for the displaced patients.
Due to the influx of new patients, the hospital administration has been facing severe challenges. Some new patients are being redirected to other government hospitals as space runs out. As of Monday afternoon, a few patients were moved back to the third floor of the fire-damaged medicine building, with plans to accommodate more patients on the fourth floor starting Tuesday, according to hospital authorities.
A six-member investigation committee was formed immediately following Sunday’s fire to determine the cause of the incident. One concerned relative of a patient, Abdul Motaleb, described the chaotic situation during the evacuation: "We brought our patient here in panic after the fire. Amid the crowd, we managed to transfer them to the old building, but there was no bed available. The patient has been lying on the floor, which has worsened their condition."
Dr. Moniruzzaman, acting director of the hospital, acknowledged the difficulty in managing the situation. "We have managed to place some of the patients in various wards of the old building, though some had to remain on the floor," he said. New patients were sent to general hospitals, he added.
1 week ago
Rare rains flood Sahara, a green transformation underway
In a remarkable turn of events, a rare rainfall has transformed parts of the Sahara Desert, typically one of the world’s driest regions, into a scene of blue lagoons and lush greenery.
The downpour, which has been described as the heaviest in decades, has led to the filling of Lake Iriqui, a once-parched lake bed that had been dry for over 50 years.
A Green Transformation in the Desert
The rainstorm, which occurred in September, brought about stunning changes to the otherwise barren desert landscape. Vast sand dunes, typically golden and desolate, are now submerged beneath sheets of water, creating vibrant green expanses across southeastern Morocco.
Satellite imagery has captured the extraordinary sight of water flowing through the desert sands, surrounding ancient castles and nourishing desert flora. In some areas, palm trees have been partially submerged, reflecting in the newly formed lakes.
Lake Iriqui, located in the southern part of the Sahara Desert, has become the focal point of this transformation, filling for the first time in half a century.
The desert town of Merzouga, near Rachidia, has also witnessed unprecedented flooding, with nearby reservoirs reaching record levels throughout September.
Climate Change and Atmospheric Shifts
Experts have attributed this rare occurrence to a combination of climate change and unusual atmospheric conditions. Houssine Youabeb from Morocco’s General Directorate of Meteorology explained that the rain resulted from an extratropical storm, which brought with it unusually high levels of moisture.
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“It’s been 30 to 50 years since we’ve seen this much rain in such a short time,” Youabeb said, adding that the event may signal a shift in weather patterns for the region in the coming months and years.
Southeastern Morocco typically sees less than 250 millimetres of rain annually, with late summer often being dry. However, two days of intense rainfall in September far exceeded the yearly average, raising questions about future weather trends.
The increased moisture in the air could lead to more frequent storms and long-term changes in the region’s climate.
A Mixed Blessing for the Region
While the rainfall has brought hope of replenishing underground aquifers that are vital to life in desert regions, it has also caused tragedy.
The heavy rains led to flash floods, which have claimed over 20 lives in Morocco and neighbouring Algeria. Farmers in the region, already struggling from six years of drought, saw their crops devastated by the downpours.
In response, the Moroccan government has allocated emergency relief funds to the affected areas, many of which were also hit by an earthquake last year.
The rains may offer a temporary reprieve from drought, but the long-term impact remains uncertain as communities continue to ration water and rebuild.
The unexpected rain has brought beauty and destruction to the Sahara, creating a landscape that is as striking as it is fragile.
For now, the sight of water glistening in the desert serves as a reminder of the unpredictable forces shaping the planet’s most extreme environments.
Source: Agencies
2 weeks ago
Heavy rains drench Dhaka this morning
Dhaka city dwellers experienced heavy rainfall accompanied by lightning and gusty wind on Saturday morning.
The low-lying areas in the capital and a number of alleys were inundated due to the rains, making it difficult for people who planned to go out in the morning.Although educational institutions and most of the offices remained closed for Durga Puja holiday the Hindu devotees who went out to visit temples faced trouble due to waterlogged and muddy roads.
As some of the private offices remained open, the office goers suffer for lack of transports.The rains triggered by the active monsoon started around 6 am and continued till 7 am.Meteorologist of Bangladesh Meteorological Department Monowar Hossain said 20 mm rain was recorded in Dhaka from 6am Friday to 6 am onSaturday.The rainfall may decrease in 72 hours till Monday and then increase again, he said.
2 weeks ago
Rains likely to drench country in next 24hr: BMD
Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecast rain or thundershowers in all divisions including Dhaka of the country in 24 hours commencing 9am on Friday.
“Light to moderate rain or thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at a few places over Sylhet division and at one or two places over Rangpur, Rajshahi, Mymensingh, Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal Chattogram divisions with moderately heavy falls at places over the country,” said a met office update.
The country’s highest 24millimeter of rainfall was recorded in Sylhet in 24 hours till 6am on Friday.
Day and night temperature may remain nearly unchanged over the country, according to the BMD.
Read: Rain, thundershowers likely over 8 divisions, BMD says
The country’s highest temperature was recorded in Mongla at 35 degree Celsius over the past 24 hours till 6pm on Thursday while the lowest temperature 23.8 degree Celsius was recorded in Sylhet till 6am on Friday.
Meanwhile, monsoon trough runs through Bihar, West Bengal to Assam across central part of Bangladesh.
Monsoon is fairly active over Bangladesh and weak to moderate over North Bay.
2 weeks ago
Rains likely in parts of country in24 hrs: BMD
Bangladesh Metrological Department predicted rains in parts of the country in 24 hours commencing 9 am on Thursday.
“Light to moderate rain or thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely at many places over Rajshahi, Dhaka & Sylhet divisions and at a few places over Rangpur, Mymensingh, Khulna, Barishal & Chattogram divisions with moderately heavy falls at places over the country,” said a Met office bulletin.
Day and night temperature may remain nearly unchanged over the country.
2 weeks ago
Rains likely to drench country in next 24hr: BMD
Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecast rain or thundershowers in all divisions including Dhaka of the country in 24 hours commencing 9am on Wednesday.
“Light to moderate rain or thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at a few places over Mymensingh and Sylhet divisions and at one or two places over Rajshahi, Rangpur, Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal and Chattogram divisions with moderately heavy falls at places over the country,” said a met office update.
The country’s highest 50 millimeter of rainfall was recorded in Netrokona in 24 hours till 6am on Wednesday.
Day and night temperature may remain nearly unchanged over the country, according to the BMD.
The country’s highest temperature was recorded in Sayedpur at 35.5 degree Celsius over the past 24 hours till 6pm on Tuesday while the lowest temperature 23.5 degree Celsius was recorded in Netrokona till 6am on Wednesday.
Read: Rain, thundershowers likely over 8 divisions, BMD says
Meanwhile, Monsoon trough runs through Bihar, West Bengal to Assam across central part of Bangladesh. Monsoon is fairly active over Bangladesh and weak to moderate over North Bay.
2 weeks ago
Rains likely to drench country: BMD
Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has forecast rain or thundershowers in all divisions including Dhaka in 24 hours commencing 9am on Sunday.
“Light to moderate rain or thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely at many places over Mymensingh, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram and Sylhet divisions and at a few places over Rajshahi Rangpur and Dhaka divisions with moderately heavy to heavy falls at places over Mymensingh and Sylhet divisions,” said a met office update.
The country’s highest 164 millimeter rainfall was recorded in Kurigram’s Rajarhat upazila in 24 hours till 6am on Sunday.
Day and night temperatures may rise slightly over the country, according to the BMD.
The country’s highest temperature was recorded in Rajshahi at 34.4 degree Celsius over the past 24 hours till 6pm on Saturday while the lowest temperature 23.5 degree Celsius was recorded in Rajarhat till 6am on Sunday.
Read: Heavy downpour batters life in Chandpur; 277 mm rains recorded
Meanwhile, the low pressure area over North Bay of Bengal & adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh has become unimportant and merged with the monsoon axis.
Monsoon trough runs through Bihar, West Bengal to Assam across central part of Bangladesh. Monsoon is fairly active over Bangladesh and moderate over North Bay.
Read more: Incessant rains throw life out of gear in Dhaka
2 weeks ago
Heavy downpour batters life in Chandpur; 277 mm rains recorded
Heavy and torrential rains since Friday morning have inundated the main roads and lanes in Chandpur town, causing suffering to commuters and disrupting normal life.
Locals the waterlogging was created due to faulty drainage, making it almost impossible to move.
Roads are devoid of vehicles, and people are largely staying indoors unless absolutely necessary.
Incessant rains throw life out of gear in Dhaka
Vikas Ghosh, a vendor selling fermented milk drink near Court Station are, expressed his frustration, saying, "I have been here since 6 am with my drinks, but by 9 am, I haven't sold anything. There are no people around."
3 weeks ago
Incessant rains throw life out of gear in Dhaka
Incessant rains triggered waterlogging and traffic gridlocks in different parts of the capital on Saturday, disrupting normal life of its residents.
The rains, triggered by active monsoon, started at around 1 pm on Friday and continued through Saturday afternoon, inundating lanes in different areas, including at Green Road, Dhanmondi, Malibagh, Mouchak, New Market and Mirpur.
Assistant Meteorologist of Bangladesh Metrological Department Afroza Sultana said two millimeters rain was recorded in Dhaka while 66 mm in Sylhet from 6am to 9am today.
Heavy downpour batters life in Chandpur; 277 mm rains recorded
The waterlogging led to nagging traffic jams in some parts of the capital although today is a weekly holiday.
As many of the private offices remain open on Saturday, office goers faced hurdle to reach their destinations due to lack of transports.
Due to active monsoon heavy rainfall is likely at places over Dhaka, Mymensingh, Barishal, Chattogram & Sylhet divisions in 24 hours commencing 9 am on Saturday, according to BMD.
Due to heavy rainfall, landslide may occur at places over the hilly regions of Chattogram division, it said.
Light to moderate rain or thundershowers, accompanied by temporary gusty winds, are likely at most places in Rangpur, Rajshahi, Dhaka, Mymensingh, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram, and Sylhet divisions with moderately heavy to very heavy rainfall in some areas, according to BMD’s latest weather bulletin.
BMD predicts heavy rainfall in five divisions, landslides in Ctg
A low-pressure area has formed over the North Bay of Bengal and adjacent coastal regions of Bangladesh. The monsoon is active over Bangladesh and moderate to strong over the North Bay.
Daytime temperatures are expected to remain nearly unchanged, while nighttime temperatures may fall slightly across the country, the bulletin added.
3 weeks ago