Maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been directed hoist local cautionary signal number 3.

The meteorological department in its message said the monsoon low over Northwest Bay and adjoining West-central Bay has intensified into a well-marked low over Northwest Bay off North Odisha-west Bengal Coasts.

Under its influence steep pressure gradient lies over North Bay and adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh, the met office said.

Squally weather may affect the maritime ports, North Bay and adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh.

All fishing boats and trawlers over North Bay have been advised to remain closed to the coastal and proceed with caution till further notice.

BDST: 1838 HRS, SEP 14, 2023
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