Bangladesh Battles a Brutal Frost Wave
In a chilly twist, a cold snap has left over fifty souls to die across the nation, leaving health officials scrambling to keep everyone safe. The bite‑cold dip—recorded at a frigid 4.5°C in Tetulia on Sunday, Dec. 29—has been the coldest of the year.
Hospitals Swarming, Souls Shivering
From influenza to dehydration and pneumonia, medical centers are bursting at the seams with patients battling winter’s wrath. “The cold is unforgiving,” says Ms. Ayesha Akhter, a senior officer at the health directorate.
Who’s Most Teetering on the Ice?
- Low‑income labourers with bare‑bones gear are the most exposed.
- Children and the elderly are vulnerable to severe infections.
- Those lacking proper winter apparel’re getting no respect from the weather.
What’s the Forecast?
Weather officials warn that the chill—paired with gusty winds and thick fog—will likely persist for a few more days. “Prepare your warmest socks, we’re not done yet!” they urge.
Flights on Ice
Even the skies have felt the bite. Fog that so thick it’s almost tangible forced authorities to divert several flights and delay others!
