Heavy rainfall likely in 3 divisions in 72 hrs

Heavy rainfall is expected in Rangpur, Mymensingh and Sylhet divisions in the next 72 hours.

"Due to active monsoon, heavy (44-88 mm. / 24hrs) to very heavy rainfall (289 mm /24hrs) is likely to occur in Rangpur, Mymensingh and Sylhet divisions," said Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) in a warning message on Tuesday.

Besides, light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty wind are likely to occur at many places over Dhaka, Barishal, and Chattogram divisions, and a few places over the Rajshahi and Khulna divisions.

A mild heat wave is sweeping over the Khulna division and the districts of Patuakhali, Bhola, Madaripur, Gopalganj, Rajshahi and Pabna and it may continue.

Day and night temperatures may remain nearly unchanged over the country. Due to excessive moisture content, a sense of discomfort may persist.