Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) on Wednesday asked the maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla and Payra to keep hoisted local cautionary signal three.
In a bulletin, the BMD said under the influence of strong monsoon and steep pressure gradient over North Bay, squally weather may affect the maritime ports, North Bay, and adjoining areas of Bangladesh.
It advised all fishing boats and trawlers over North Bay to remain close to the coast and proceed with caution till further notice.