Maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been advised to keep hoisted local cautionary signal No three as the low-pressure area over northwest bay and adjoining southern part of Bangladesh intensified into a well-marked low.
It is now lies over Gangetic West Bengal and adjoining area. Under its influence deep convection is taking place over North Bay, said a special bulletin of Met office.
Gusty or squally weather may affect the maritime ports, North Bay and adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh
Met Office advises maritime ports to hoist signal 3
All fishing boats and trawlers over the North Bay have been advised to remain closed to the coast and proceed with caution till further notice.