Dense fog and cold weather have gripped the eight districts of Rangpur division and five other districts
Rainfall is likely to be below normal over the country
Dinajpur and Rangpur district administrations have started distributing warm clothes to affected populations, but the demand far exceeds the supply
Low-income workers bear brunt of freezing cold
Despite some sunshine breaking through the morning fog, residents struggled with the chill
The people, flora and fauna take on a new attire. While some, with rugged clothes, get busy fighting the cold with very little on their plates, nature dons new looks in nooks, corners, and alleys of Bangladesh.
This winter, our mood and sleep patterns were affected by the lukewarm electoral fever.
There is an explanation, however infuriating, to each of the delightful conundrums in public work.
It’s a cold wave and it will pass, but until then, parents know full well what havoc it can wreak on the lives of young kids. The weak sun and the still, unhealthy air can cause blocked sinuses, congested chests, and runny noses. Come the school season, parents are concerned about the frigid morning temperatures and how to keep children as warm as possible.
With temperatures dipping and a cold wave sweeping throughout the country, ailments common to winter are rising, especially among children.
The cold wave sweeping over the country may continue for the next two days while the chilling condition is likely to improve from January 10, according to an official of the met office.
The cold wave that is sweeping over different parts of the country is expected to last two to three days more with the mercury going down, according to Bangladesh Meteorological Department.
A mild cold wave is sweeping over several districts of the country causing sufferings to the poor and the elderly. The Met office said temperatures could drop even further this evening.
Biting cold and intense fog are taking a heavy toll on people living in the northern region, especially those living in charlands.
A cold wave will continue to sweep over the country for another couple of days, according to Dhaka Met Office.
The ongoing cold wave across the country may last for two to three days more, while the overall temperature is expected to rise at the end of this month, according to the Chuadanga Met office.
Jodi Borshe Magher Shes, Dhonnyo Rajar Punya Desh -- If it rains at the end of Magh (10th month of the Bengali calendar), the kingdom would prosper, said ancient wise soothsayer and astrologer Khona in a popular verse.
