A low-pressure area has formed over the North Bay and adjoining coastal regions of Bangladesh, prompting authorities to hoist local cautionary signal No. 3 at four seaports, according to Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD).
In a special bulletin issued on Monday morning, the Met Office said the low pressure has resulted in a steep pressure gradient over the North Bay and its adjacent areas.
Squally weather is likely to affect the maritime ports, coastal areas and offshore islands of Bangladesh.
The BMD has advised the ports--Chittagong, Cox's Bazar, Mongla, and Payra-- to keep local cautionary signal No. 3 hoisted until further notice.
Light to moderate rain or thundershowers accompanied by temporary gusty winds may occur at many places over Mymensingh, Dhaka, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram and Sylhet divisions and at several places over Rangpur and Rajshahi divisions.
Fishermen and operators of fishing boats and trawlers currently in the
North Bay have been advised to proceed with caution and remain close to
the coast until further instructions are issued.
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