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#Guides / How to beat the growing summer heat
As summer temperatures surge, it is crucial to be mindful of the effects of heat on your body and know high-temperature safety tips. An extreme case of hot weather increases the likelihood of dehydration, overheating, and heatstroke. If heatstroke is not treated quickly, it may cause irreversible damage to the brain and other essential organs or even death.
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Scientists still can’t find source of cold air inside blanket
Quantum cold air exists only when a blanket is put on but whenever the blanket is removed for observation, the air magically disappears.
Maritime ports asked to lower signal
Maritime ports of Chittagong, Cox's Bazar, Mongla and Payra are advised to lower signal as the well-marked low over north Chattishghar of India and adjoining area moved Northwestward.
Nor’wester likely in 15 districts
Temporary west-northwesterly ‘Kalbaishakhi’ squall in association with rain or thunder showers and lightning flashes is likely to occur in 15 districts during next 18 hours commencing 1:00pm.
Rain, thundershowers likely over country
Rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty or squally wind and lightning flashes is likely to occur at a few places over the country in 24-hour ending tomorrow.
Cold wave likely to continue till Jan 14
The severe cold wave prevailing over Bangladesh makes way for a moderate cold wave which is likely to continue till January 14, met office forecasts.
Rain and sufferings to continue for a while
Bangladesh is expected to get rainfall influenced by monsoon in the coming few days, further increasing the sufferings of people.
Rain may continue this week
Rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty or squally wind is likely to continue at most places over the country with moderately heavy to heavy falls at places this week as monsoon is active over Bangladesh and moderate over North Bay.
ECB declines BCB's request for a reserve day
The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) rejected a request from the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) to add a reserve day to the ongoing ODI series. The request was made yesterday ahead of the third and final ODI between the two teams, set to take place at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Stadium in Chittagong.
Storm kills 4 in Khulna
Four people are killed in a devastating storm that ravaged Koyra and Bhatiaghata upazilas of Khulna.
Rain respite amid sweltering heat
A much needed rain accompanied by heavy thunderstorm swept most parts of the country, including capital Dhaka, after weeks of sweltering heat. The good news is, more rain is yet to come.
Hot, sunny day awaits revellers
The weather may remain sunny and hot, taking a toll on hundreds of people going out to celebrate Pahela Baishakh, the first day of Bangla New Year, today.
Scorching heat likely on Pahela Baishakh
The weather outlook for celebration of Pahela Baishakh, Bangla New Year, this year is bleak with a forecast of scorching heat and “unbearable” humidity. The weather will yeild a lot of sweat, which will not dry up and result in discomforting experience – especially within a crowd.
Rain on the cards, gloomy sky to persist today
Rain or thunder showers, accompanied by temporary gusty or squally wind, are likely to occur throughout the country.
Climate change 'to make transatlantic flights longer'
Flights from the UK to the US could take longer due to the changes in the climate, according to a new study.
Fog disrupts ferry services
Dense fog caused by light rain disrupts ferry transportation for seven hours in Munshiganj’s Shimulia-Kaurakandi route.
Foggy Dhaka mornings to persist for 2/3 days
Though the biting cold of the last week has subsided, the fog in Dhaka will persist for a few more days, said an official of the Met office.
Cold wave may last 2-3 days more
The ongoing cold wave across the country may last for two to three days more, while the overall temperature is expected to rise at the end of this month, according to the Chuadanga Met office.
