A low-pressure area has formed over the northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining coastal areas, and the system is likely to bring gusty or squally winds to the maritime ports, the northern Bay, and adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh, according to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department.
As a result, Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla and Payra seaports have been advised to keep local cautionary signal No. 3 hoisted.
In a weather warning, the meteorological department advised all fishing boats and trawlers operating in the northern Bay of Bengal to remain close to the coast and proceed with caution until further notice.
Meanwhile, rainfall has continued in Cox’s Bazar under the influence of the low-pressure area.
Abdul Hannan, assistant meteorologist at the Cox’s Bazar Meteorological Office, said a total of 11mm of rainfall was recorded in the district in the 24 hours until 9:00am on Sunday.
He said Cox’s Bazar experienced rainfall after 9:00 am, and rain was still continuing. He added that the rainfall recorded up to noon would be calculated in the next observation.
According to the weather forecast, the low-pressure area may bring rain as well as gusty or squally winds to coastal areas. Fishing boats and trawlers operating at sea have therefore been advised to remain cautious.
By Abdu Rashid Manik
Photo: Cox’s Bazar Life Photo
