Cold wave grips Chuadanga as lowest temperature recorded in Bangladesh
The temperature dropped by 2°C in just one day, and humidity levels have reached 95%
Chuadanga recorded the lowest temperature in Bangladesh this morning (2 January) at 9.8°C, with the region experiencing a mild cold wave.
The biting cold and chilly northern winds have severely disrupted daily life, particularly for labourers and homeless individuals.
According to Zahidul Islam, a meteorologist at the Chuadanga Weather Office, the cold intensified overnight, accompanied by dense fog and icy winds.
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"The fog is so thick it feels like drizzling. The temperature dropped by 2°C in just one day," he noted, adding that humidity levels have reached 95%.
Day labourer Nawshad Ali from Damurhuda said, "Cycling to town in this cold is difficult. Hands go numb, and without work, returning home empty-handed is heartbreaking."
Meanwhile, Abu Bakkar, a shopkeeper at Barabazar, observed low customer turnout, stating, "People are staying indoors. Only those with essential needs are venturing out."
The cold wave has caused poor visibility, forcing vehicles to use headlights during the day.
Jakir Hossain, a truck driver from Narayanganj, shared, "Driving in this dense fog is difficult and risky. We rely on headlights to avoid accidents."
The district administration urged residents to take necessary precautions against the extreme weather as temperatures are expected to drop further in the coming days.
