Cox’s Bazar has been placed under local cautionary signal No. 3 as a well-marked low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal has left the sea rough, although the coastal district received no rainfall on Tuesday.
The Bangladesh Meteorological Department said the well-marked low-pressure area, which had been over the east-central Bay and adjoining north Andaman Sea, moved west-northwestwards and is now positioned over the west-central Bay and adjoining east-central Bay.
The system has prompted warnings at the country’s maritime ports, including Cox’s Bazar.
Waves along the Cox’s Bazar coast were particularly strong from Tuesday morning, with the sea remaining rough despite the absence of rain.
The rough sea could pose risks to fishing trawlers operating in the deep sea, the weather department warned.
Md Abdul Hannan, assistant meteorologist at the Cox’s Bazar Meteorological Office, said the low-pressure system was unlikely to bring heavy rain or strong winds to Cox’s Bazar.
“However, the sea may remain rough,” he said.
He said fishing trawlers operating in the deep sea had been advised not to venture out until further notice because of the rough conditions.
Meanwhile, stronger waves have been observed along the coastal areas of Cox’s Bazar.
Tourists and locals visiting the beach have also been advised to remain cautious while moving near the sea.
The weather department said the sea conditions could change if the well-marked low-pressure system moves further and intensifies.
Maritime ports and fishing trawlers in the deep sea have therefore been advised to remain alert until further notice.
Cox’s Bazar Life Report
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