Maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been advised to keep hoisted local cautionary signal number three as a low pressure area has formed over the northwest Bay and adjoining areas of Bangladesh, reports BSS.
"Under its influence, steep pressure gradient persists over the North-Bay and adjoining areas, squally weather may affect the maritime ports, North-Bay and adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh," said a met office bulletin issued here this morning.
Besides, all fishing boats and trawlers over the North-Bay have been advised to come close to the coast and proceed with caution till further notice.