The deep depression over Southwest Bay and adjoining area has intensified into Cyclonic Storm Michaung.
“The deep depression over Southwest Bay and adjoining area moved Northwestwards and intensified into cyclonic storm Michaung over the same area,” said the special bulletin of the Bangladesh Meteorological Organisation (BMD).
It is likely to move Northwestwards and intensify further, according to the bulletin.
All maritime ports have been advised to keep hoisted distant warning signal no. two ( R ) two.
Rain/thunder showers is likely over the southern and central part of the country during the first half of the period over next five days.
Weather may remain mainly dry with temporary partly cloudy sky over the country today. Light fog may occur at places over the Northern part of the country during late night till morning.