Maritime ports asked to hoist signal 3

MNA National Desk: The maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been advised to hoist local cautionary signal No 3 as the low over the northwest bay and adjoining area intensified into a well-marked low over the same area, reports news agency.

It is likely to intensify further and move in a north/northwesterly direction, said a Met office warning message.

All the fishing boats and trawlers over the north bay have been advised to remain close to the coast and proceed with caution till further notice.

They have also been advised not to venture into the deep sea.