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Bangladesh is bracing for further heavy to very heavy rainfall across six of its divisions, as the Meteorological Department (BMD) issued a warning valid for 24 hours from noon on Sunday. The forecast indicates that parts of Rangpur, Rajshahi, Mymensingh, Dhaka, Chattogram, and Sylhet divisions could experience intense downpours, with rainfall between 44 to 88 mm classified as heavy and anything above 88 mm considered very heavy.

This warning comes as seven districts are already grappling with flooding, with water levels in the Sangu, Kushiyara, and Someshwari rivers flowing above danger levels at multiple monitoring stations. The persistent rainfall, intensified by an active monsoon and initially triggered by a depression over the Bay of Bengal, has led to severe waterlogging in many areas, including the capital, Dhaka, and Chattogram.

Dhaka recorded 97mm of rainfall in the 24 hours leading up to 6:00 am today, while Chattogram recorded 98mm. Other areas like Cox's Bazar, Patuakhali, Faridpur, and Aricha also experienced significant rainfall, with some exceeding 100mm. Meteorologists anticipate that while the intensity might decrease, the heavy rainfall will continue into Monday, exacerbating the existing flood situation.

Dr. Abul Kalam Mallik, a BMD meteorologist, confirmed the issuance of the warning for continued heavy to very heavy rainfall. The ongoing deluge highlights the vulnerability of the region to monsoon-related weather events, posing significant challenges to affected communities and infrastructure.

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We have issued a warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall tomorrow as well, although the intensity is expected to decrease.