TDS Desk:

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 the northwest bay and adjoining southern part of Bangladesh intensified into a well-marked low.

It now lies over Gangetic West Bengal and adjoining areas. Under its influence deep convection is taking place over North Bay, said a special bulletin of the Met office.

Gusty or squally weather may affect the maritime ports, North Bay and adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh

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.