Dhaka, May 11 -- Dhaka experienced its hottest day of the season on Saturday, with temperatures soaring to 40.1degC, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD).
Speaking to the press, Shahana Sultana, a meteorologist at the BMD, confirmed that the capital had entered the severe heatwave category.
As per BMD classification, temperatures ranging from 38degC to 39.9degC are considered a moderate heatwave, while those between 40degC and 42degC fall under the severe heatwave category.
In a separate update, the Meteorological Department issued a thunderstorm warning for three regions, advising river ports in the affected areas to hoist the appropriate cautionary signals. The advisory is in effect until 1:00 AM.
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