Low pressure over Bay of Bengal, signal 3 issued

A low-pressure area has formed over Westcentral Bay and adjoining Northwest Bay the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) said on Wednesday.

The low-pressure area is likely to intensify further. Under its influence, gusty or squally weather may affect the maritime ports, the North Bay, and adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh, according to a warning message issued in the morning.

Maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been advised to hoist Local Cautionary Signal No. Three (R) Three.

All fishing boats and trawlers over the North Bay and deep sea have been advised to come close to the coast and proceed with caution.