The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has advised four seaports, including Cox’s Bazar, to hoist Local Cautionary Signal No 3 following the formation of a low-pressure area over the north-west Bay of Bengal and the adjoining north Odisha-West Bengal coast.
Fishing boats and trawlers operating in the Bay of Bengal have also been advised to remain close to the coast and navigate with caution until further notice.
Assistant Meteorologist Md Abdul Hannan of the Cox’s Bazar Meteorological Office confirmed the development on Friday.
He said the low-pressure area could generate gusty or squally winds over the northern Bay of Bengal, Bangladesh’s coastal areas, and seaports.
In view of the prevailing weather conditions, the ports of Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been advised to keep Local Cautionary Signal No 3 hoisted.
The meteorological office also instructed all fishing boats and trawlers operating in the northern Bay of Bengal to avoid the deep sea and remain close to the coast, exercising extreme caution.
Fishermen have been advised to monitor the latest weather bulletins and follow official instructions until further notice.
Following the issuance of the cautionary signal, fishermen and trawler owners along the Cox’s Bazar coast have stepped up precautionary measures, while the local administration and relevant authorities continue to closely monitor the coastal situation.
By Mohammad Morshed
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