Cox’s Bazar has recorded a cumulative 648 millimetres of rainfall from Saturday through 6:00pm on Thursday, as days of incessant monsoon rain continue to disrupt normal life across the coastal district.
According to the Cox’s Bazar Meteorological Office, the district received 28mm of rainfall on Saturday, 240mm on Sunday, 129mm on Monday, 69mm on Tuesday, 125mm on Wednesday and a further 57mm by 6:00pm on Thursday, bringing the six-day total to 648mm.
The prolonged downpour has caused widespread waterlogging, triggered landslides and disrupted daily life in many parts of the district.
The heavy rainfall has been particularly devastating in Ukhiya and Teknaf, where landslides have claimed lives, while extensive flooding in low-lying areas has added to the suffering of local residents.
Assistant Meteorologist Md Abdul Hannan confirmed that the rainfall data recorded 648mm of rain between Saturday and Thursday evening.
He said thick cloud cover still remained over the area and, given the prevailing weather conditions, more rainfall is likely in the coming days.
By Mohammad Morshed
Photo: Hussain Shetu
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