Maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar advised to hoist signal No. 3

Bangla Press Desk: Maritime ports of Chattogram and Cox's Bazar have been advised to hoist local cautionary signal No 3 as the low-pressure area over Eastcentral Bay and adjoining Myanmar coast persists.

It is likely to move north-northwestwards along Myanmar-Bangladesh coasts, said a special bulletin of the Met office.

Under its influence, deep convection is taking place over Northeast Bay. Gusty or squally weather may affect the maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, the Northeast Bay and adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh.

All fishing boats and trawlers over Northeast Bay have been advised to come close to the coast and proceed with caution till further notice.

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