Dhaka, Oct. 4 -- Entomologists have warned that Bangladesh may see an extended outbreak of dengue fever this year, with cases doubling this month compared to September due to heavy rains.

The health authorities recorded 15,866 hospitalisations in September and 1,149 cases in just the first three days of this month.

Also, 76 deaths were reported in September, while four patients have already died in October.

The capital and other parts of the country have been witnessing heavy rains since September 30.

The Met Office has forecast that showers may continue till October 5 and then subside.

Rains have already caused waterlogging across Dhaka due to the poor drainage system and the decreasing number of waterbodies.

The city on Wednesday ...