Due to active monsoon conditions, the Bangladesh Meteorological Department has advised hoisting Local Cautionary Signal No. 3 at the maritime ports of Cox’s Bazar, Chattogram, Mongla, and Payra. The update was confirmed to Cox’s Bazar Life on Thursday afternoon by Assistant Meteorologist Abdul Hannan.
According to Hannan, this level of rainfall is typical for the Bengali month of Srabon. However, over the next 24 hours, heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely in various parts of the country, raising concerns about potential landslides in hilly regions.
In the last 24 hours (till noon today), Cox’s Bazar recorded 53 millimeters of rainfall, with 36 millimeters falling between 6 AM and 12 PM alone.
“On average, July sees about 20 days of rain. This year is no exception,” Hannan said, adding, “We expect the rainfall to gradually decrease after August 4 or 5.”
The Meteorological Department has urged all relevant authorities to remain vigilant and has issued a special advisory for residents in hill tracts to take extra precautions.
By Abdu Rashid Manik
Photo: Abdu Rashid Manik
