Northern Bangladesh is experiencing an early onset of winter as temperatures in Tetulia, Panchagarh, dropped to 12.6°C on Sunday, marking the lowest in the country this season. The region has seen chilly winds and dense fog from dawn to mid-morning, disrupting daily life and increasing hardship for laborers. According to the Tetulia Meteorological Office, temperatures have been steadily declining and a cold wave is expected to hit by late November, with multiple waves likely in early December, potentially bringing temperatures down to around 10°C. The cold weather has also led to a rise in cold-related illnesses among children and the elderly. Doctors at Panchagarh Modern Sadar Hospital report that 250–300 patients are seeking treatment daily for cold-related ailments as the region braces for an intensifying winter.

More than 2,100 people have been displaced after sudden floods struck three Malaysian states—Kedah, Kelantan, and Terengganu—due to ongoing monsoon rains. Kedah has recently been added to the list of affected regions, with 225 residents from 66 families taking shelter in three relief centers in Kulim district. In Kelantan, the situation has worsened, with the number of evacuees rising from 1,170 on Saturday night to 1,623 by Sunday morning. Twelve relief centers are currently operating across Kota Bharu, Tumpat, and Bachok districts, where continuous heavy rainfall has been reported since Friday. In Terengganu, conditions have slightly improved, with 264 people still sheltered at Kampung Pulau Redang Mosque relief center. Malaysia’s Meteorological Department has issued thunderstorm and heavy rain warnings for seven states, including Perak, Pahang, Selangor, Negeri Sembilan, Johor, Melaka, and Sabah, urging residents in vulnerable districts to remain cautious.

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department’s Earthquake Monitoring Centre has issued an early warning of a possible major earthquake following a series of mild tremors that shook Dhaka and surrounding areas within eight hours on Saturday, November 22. The warning came after a 5.7-magnitude quake struck Bangladesh on Friday, leaving experts concerned about the frequency of seismic activity. According to Dr. Mehedi Ahmed Ansari of BUET, Bangladesh has long been at high risk of earthquakes and is divided into three seismic zones, with Zone-1 being the most vulnerable. The Earthquake Monitoring Centre’s acting officer, Rubaiyat Kabir, urged preparedness and vigilance. Global data from Earthquaketracker.com reported 91 quakes worldwide in the past 24 hours and 852 over the last week, underscoring heightened global seismic activity. The local tremors measured between 3.3 and 4.3 magnitudes, with epicenters near Narsingdi’s Palash area, about 29 kilometers northeast of Dhaka.

Bangladesh’s interim government has ordered a temporary suspension of all oil and gas well drilling operations for 48 hours due to earthquake risk concerns. The directive, issued by Energy Adviser Muhammad Faozul Kabir Khan on Sunday, follows a meeting at the Ministry of Power, Energy, and Mineral Resources. Petrobangla’s public relations official Tarikul Islam confirmed that while drilling and seismic survey activities will remain suspended until Tuesday, gas supply across the country will continue as usual. Currently, Bangladesh has 29 gas fields, with active drilling at three sites—Srikail in Comilla’s Muradnagar, Habiganj Gas Field, and Kailashtila under Sylhet Gas Field—all of which have halted operations immediately after the earthquake. Authorities emphasized that the measure is precautionary to ensure safety and prevent potential hazards during ongoing seismic instability.

Bangladesh authorities have cautioned citizens against spreading or believing social media rumors about impending earthquakes, describing the phenomenon as an 'earthquake infodemic.' Experts explain that such 'good-intention rumors' often spread when people forward unverified messages to alert others, but these can cause serious harm. The government warns that false alerts lead to three major risks: ignoring real warnings, triggering panic and accidents, and misusing emergency services. Citizens are urged to rely only on official sources such as the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD), the Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief (MoDMR), and Google Earthquake Alerts for accurate information. The Cyber Security Act allows legal action against those who deliberately spread false information that causes public panic. Authorities emphasize verifying any message before sharing it and following official updates to ensure safety during seismic events.

A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck Indonesia’s eastern North Maluku province, specifically in the Halmahera region, according to the country’s Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysical Agency (BMKG). The quake’s epicenter was located about 10 kilometers beneath the surface. Authorities confirmed that no casualties or property damage have been reported so far. Indonesia, situated along the Pacific ‘Ring of Fire,’ frequently experiences earthquakes and volcanic eruptions due to its tectonic location. The tremor follows a recent 5.7-magnitude earthquake in Bangladesh that killed at least ten people, with several aftershocks recorded the following day. Experts suggest that the recent seismic activities in the region highlight the ongoing vulnerability of countries located within the Pacific and South Asian seismic belts.

A series of earthquakes over two consecutive days in Palash upazila of Narsingdi, Bangladesh, have caused significant damage, including cracks in the historic Ghorashal railway bridge built during the British era. The first tremor occurred on Friday, November 21, at 10:38 a.m., resulting in two fatalities and structural damage to both public and private buildings. Cracks appeared in the bridge’s second and third pillars, raising safety concerns among passengers and residents, as at least 16 pairs of trains use the bridge daily. Following the incident, railway officials and the Palash upazila administration inspected the site on Saturday, November 22. Local residents have urged authorities to take immediate measures to ensure the bridge’s safety. Officials confirmed that the damage has been reported to the railway authorities for further assessment and necessary action.

Gas supply in parts of Narayanganj’s Fatullah area has been disrupted after a Titas Gas distribution pipeline burst during construction work on the Panchabati-Muktarpur flyover. The incident occurred on Saturday afternoon in the BISIC Shashangao area when workers were laying the foundation for the flyover. According to Titas Gas Transmission and Distribution Company’s regional deputy general manager Mamunur Rashid, a 12-inch underground pipeline was damaged and requires excavation for repair. Gas supply had already been reduced for maintenance, but full restoration remains uncertain as repair work continues. Authorities have not provided a specific timeline for completion. Similar incidents have occurred previously during the same project, causing inconvenience to residents and affecting production in nearby industries dependent on gas supply.

Tropical Cyclone Fina struck Darwin, the capital of Australia's Northern Territory, with wind speeds reaching up to 205 km/h, prompting the closure of Darwin International Airport and widespread safety warnings. The Category 3 storm, which hit late Saturday, began moving away on Sunday but left behind damaged homes and infrastructure. Authorities have advised residents to stay indoors and avoid downed power lines as emergency crews assess the situation. The Power and Water Corporation said it is still unclear how many people are without electricity. The storm has revived memories of Cyclone Tracy in 1974, which devastated Darwin and killed 66 people. Although no serious injuries have been reported, heavy rain and strong winds continue to disrupt daily life. Meteorologists warn that Category 3 cyclones can cause significant damage to vegetation, crops, and weak structures, as well as prolonged power interruptions.

A 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Myanmar on Sunday morning, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). The quake occurred at 10:39 a.m. Bangladesh time, with its epicenter located about 267 kilometers west-southwest of Dawei in the Andaman Sea, at a depth of 10 kilometers. Tremors were also felt in neighboring Thailand. The incident follows a 5.7-magnitude earthquake that hit Bangladesh on Friday, killing at least 10 people, and several mild aftershocks recorded there the following day. Myanmar also experienced three smaller quakes on Saturday, measuring 3.5, 3.7, and 3.4 on the Richter scale, according to India’s National Center for Seismology (NCS). No casualties or damage have been reported from the latest Myanmar quake, but experts are monitoring the region for potential aftershocks as seismic activity continues across South and Southeast Asia.

The cold wave has intensified in northern Bangladesh as Panchagarh recorded a minimum temperature of 12.6°C on Sunday morning, down from 14.7°C the previous day. According to the Tetulia Weather Observatory, humidity was 97 percent, though visibility remained normal due to the absence of dense fog. Residents in Debiganj, Boda, Atwari, and Panchagarh Sadar reported a sharp increase in cold sensation caused by chilly winds and high humidity. Meteorologist Jitendranath Roy stated that temperatures had hovered around 14°C over the past week but dropped further on Sunday, with forecasts suggesting a continued decline in the coming week. He added that the northern region is expected to experience a full onset of winter by early December, as cold air masses strengthen across the area.

Within just 32 hours, four earthquakes struck Dhaka and nearby Narsingdi, sparking public concern and expert warnings about a possible larger quake. Following Friday’s 5.7-magnitude tremor, three smaller quakes hit on Saturday, two in Dhaka’s Badda area and one in Narsingdi’s Palash. Geologists suggest these could be ‘foreshocks’ indicating stress buildup along nearby subduction zones. Experts from Dhaka University and BUET explained that Bangladesh lies at the intersection of three tectonic plates, making the region seismically active and vulnerable to major earthquakes. They emphasized that Dhaka’s proximity to the Dawki Fault and the Burmese Subplate increases the risk of a significant event. Authorities and specialists urged the government to raise public awareness, identify risky buildings, and enforce earthquake-resistant construction standards. Citizens were advised not to panic but to remain alert and prepared for potential seismic activity in the coming days.

Meteorologist Mostafa Kamal Palash from the University of Saskatchewan has warned of a strong likelihood of a cyclone forming in the southeast Bay of Bengal around November 25–26. According to his latest forecast, the low-pressure area near the Andaman and Nicobar Islands may gradually intensify into a deep depression and eventually a cyclone. The potential storm could make landfall between India’s Andhra Pradesh coast and Bangladesh’s Chattogram coast between December 1 and 4. Light to moderate rainfall is expected across Bangladesh from November 30 to December 5. Farmers have been advised to harvest ripe Aman paddy before the rains and prepare for possible weather disruptions. Fishermen are urged to return from the sea by November 30 and avoid new fishing trips after November 29. Tourists are also advised to avoid travel to St. Martin’s Island and nearby coastal areas between November 30 and December 4 due to anticipated rough seas.

Within just 31 hours, four earthquakes struck Dhaka and surrounding areas, prompting renewed warnings from geologists about Bangladesh’s high vulnerability to a major seismic event. The tremors, ranging from magnitudes 3.3 to 5.7, occurred between Friday morning and Saturday evening, killing at least 10 people and injuring over 600. Experts, including former Dhaka University geologist Prof. Syed Humayun Akhter, cautioned that these minor and moderate quakes could be precursors to a much larger one. Bangladesh lies on an active tectonic boundary between the Indian, Burmese, and Eurasian plates, with significant stress accumulated along the Dawki Fault and the subduction zone stretching from Sylhet to Teknaf. Dhaka, with its dense population and poorly enforced building codes, is considered the most at-risk city. Specialists urge immediate structural audits, strict code enforcement, and public preparedness to mitigate potential devastation if a major quake strikes.

After a long wait, tourist trips to Saint Martin Island in the Bay of Bengal will resume on December 1. Ships will depart from Cox’s Bazar’s Nuniachhara Jetty at 7 a.m. and return the following day at 3 p.m., allowing visitors to stay overnight on the island for the first time this season. Authorities have set a daily visitor limit of 2,000 and prepared seven ships for continuous operation over two months. Although the island reopened to tourists on November 1, the absence of overnight facilities kept visitors away. The Sea Cruise Operators Association reported increased interest following the announcement of overnight stays. The Department of Environment in Cox’s Bazar stated that strict monitoring will be enforced for tourist movement. Tickets will be available through the Bangladesh Tourism Board’s online portal, featuring travel passes and QR codes. Officials emphasized that all visitors must comply with environmental protection regulations during their stay.