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A cold wave has been over Bangladesh for a week now. The temperatures are the lowest recorded since 1968, with the lowest temperature recorded as 2.6 degrees Celsius. Northern and central regions have been particularly affected. As of 10 January 2018, at least 34 deaths have occurred due to cold-related illnesses.
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The Government has allocated and is currently distributing 98 000 blankets and 80 000 packets of dry food to 20 of the worst affected districts, given the urgent need for adequate equipment and winter clothing, as well as food supply (due to cold-related damage to crops).
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