Heavy rainfall likely Sunday

Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) today predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall over Barishal and Chattogram divisions in the next 24 hours ending at 4 pm tomorrow.

“Due to well-marked low over the North Bay and adjoining area, deep convection is taking place over the North Bay and its adjoining coastal area of Bangladesh,” said a Met office warning message this afternoon, BSS reported.

Under its influence, heavy (44-88mm) to very heavy (>89mm) rainfall with gusty or squally wind is likely to occur over Barishal and Chattogram divisions during the next 24 hours commencing from 4 pm today, the message said.

Due to very heavy rainfall, landslides may occur at some places over the hilly regions in Chattogram Division.