Rain Brings Relief, Disrupts Pre-Eid Traffic Movement in Dhaka

Intermittent rains, triggered by active monsoon, may continue on Eid-ul-Azha day (tomorrow) across the country, including in Dhaka, said the Met office today.

“The Met Office has recorded 15 mm of rainfall across the country from 6 am Tuesday till 6 am Wednesday, but between 6 am to 12 pm on Wednesday, it has recorded 42 mm of rainfall,” said Tariful Newaz Kabir, a meteorologist.

“The continued rainfall may prolong through Thursday morning and it may abate in the afternoon,” he added.

People who left for village homes to celebrate Eid with their near and dear ones are facing traffic congestion and other problems due to the rain.

Besides, those who are yet to purchase their sacrificial animals are facing inconveniences at the cattle market.

Rickshaws and CNG-run auto-rickshaws are charging extra fare, taking advantage of the inclement weather.

According to Met Office bulletin, light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty wind are likely to occur at most places in Rangpur, Rajshahi, Khulna, Barishal, Dhaka, Chattogram, Mymensingh and Sylhet divisions with moderately heavy to very heavy falls at places over the country.

Source: UNB