Heavy rainfall likely in 3 divisions in 72 hrs: Met office

Heavy rainfall is expected in Rangpur, Mymensingh, and Sylhet divisions in the next 72 hours commencing 6 am on Tuesday.

"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 today.

Besides, light to moderate rain/thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at many places over Dhaka, Barishal, and Chattogram divisions and at a few places over Rajshahi and Khulna divisions.

Mild heat wave is sweeping over 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, the discomfort may persist.

Source: BSS