Maritime ports of Chattoram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been advised to keep hoisted distant cautionary signal no one as the depression over Westcentral Bay and adjoining area moved northeastwards and now lies over the same area.
It was centered at 6 am Saturday about 1265 kms southwest of Chattogram port, 1220 kms southwest of Cox’s Bazar, 1140 kms southwest of Mongla port and 1140 kms southwest of Payra port, said a Met office bulletin.
It is likely to move north-northeasterly direction further.
Maritime ports asked to hoist local cautionary signal No 1
Maximum sustained wind speed within 44 kms of the depression centre I about 40 kph rising to 50 kph in gust or squalls. Sea will remain rough near the depression centre.
All fishing boats and trawlers over North Bay and deep sea have been advised to remain close to the coast and proceed with caution till further notice.
They are also advised not to venture into the deep sea.