Dhaka, June 20 -- Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) forecasted rain or thundershowers with lightning flashes in all divisions, including Dhaka of the country in 24 hours commencing 9:00 am on Friday.

"Light to moderate rain or thunder showers with lightning flashes and temporary gusty wind is likely to occur at most places over Rangpur, Rajshahi, Dhaka, Mymensingh, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram and Sylhet divisions with moderately heavy to very heavy falls at places over the country," said a met office update, reports UNB.

The maritime ports of Chittagong, Mongla and Payra have also been advised to hoist the cautionary signal No-3 during the period, according to the met office update.

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