16 Jan 2018 | 05:02 AM UTC
Bangladesh: Flights and ferries disrupted by heavy fog January 15
Heavy fog causes flight and ferry disruptions in Bangladesh January 15; additional fog-related transportation disruptions expected in the coming weeks
Event
Heavy fog resulted in flight disruptions at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) for the seventh consecutive day on Monday, January 15. According to local sources, the airport suspended operations between 01:00 and 11:00 (local time). Disruptions were also reported on Monday on the Shimulia-Kathalbari and Paturia-Daulatdia ferry routes; ferry services on the routes were suspended on Monday morning for eight hours and seven hours, respectively. Fog-related transportation disruptions are expected to continue to affect Bangladesh in the coming weeks as cold temperatures are forecast for much of the country through the end of January.
Context
Foggy conditions regularly affect Bangladesh in winter (typically December through February) and often cause transportation disruptions.
Advice
Individuals in or planning travel to Bangladesh are advised to monitor the situation and expect travel disruptions, including road traffic congestion. It is recommended to maintain a high level of vigilance while driving, particularly in foggy conditions.
