The mild to moderate cold wave swept Rangpur and Rajshahi divisions, and the districts of Gopalgonj, Tangail, Jashore, Mymensingh, Moulvibazar and Kushtia on Friday, making life difficult for many people. According to the weather department, the cold wave may continue and spread during the next two days, reports UNB. In the past 24 hours, the weather department recorded 1mm of rainfall in Srimangal and 9 mm in Maijdee court. According to bdnews24.com, Gripped by a moderate cold wave, life in Kurigram has almost come to a standstill as dense fog and chilly winds sweep through the northern district. But now, I’m worried the severe cold will spoil the growing potato plants.”The cold wave, however, will not affect crops as it is likely to relent soon, according to Md Shamsuddin Mia, training officer at the Kurigram Department of Agricultural Extension.

Source: bd News24 January 28, 2022 10:49 UTC