Maritime ports asked to hoist signal 3

Due to strong monsoon, deep convection is taking place over North Bay.

Squally weather may affect North Bay, adjoining coastal area of Bangladesh and the maritime ports, Met office sources said.

Maritime ports of Chittagong, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been advised to hoist local cautionary signal no 3.

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