STAFF CORRESPONDENT

After several months of mild winter, people across the country have started to feel the intensity of rising temperatures as summer approaches.

According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD), a mild to moderate heatwave is sweeping over Rajshahi and Khulna divisions, as well as the districts of Tangail, Faridpur, Manikganj and Nilphamari, and it may spread further.

The highest temperature in the country until 10:00pm yesterday was recorded 39.7 degrees Celsius in Chuadanga, while the temperature in Dhaka reached 36.4 degrees Celsius.

Weather officials said the gradual increase in temperature indicates the transition from winter to summer, with warmer days expected to continue in the coming weeks.

Residents in different parts of the country are already experiencing discomfort, especially during midday hours. Many are also afraid of not getting uninterrupted electricity supply during the scorching heat due to the current global oil crisis.

“I am planning to purchase an IPS fearing disruption of power, as the oil crisis is now a global issue and we do not know when it will be resolved,” said Amowar Hossain, a resident of Dhanmondi.