Low pressure over Bay prompts No. 3 warning signal at four seaports

The Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) has issued a No. 3 local warning signal for four seaports as a low-pressure system has formed over the northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining coastal areas.

The warning was issued for Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, Mongla and Payra ports in a marine weather alert signed by meteorologist Md Tariful Newaz Kabir on Sunday (August 23).

The low-pressure system could generate gusty winds over the seaports, the northern Bay and adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh, the Met Office said.

Fishing boats and trawlers operating in the northern Bay have been advised to move closer to the coast and proceed with caution until further notice.

Meanwhile, the weather forecast for inland river ports, valid from 9:30am to 6pm on Sunday, said Khulna, Barishal, Patuakhali, Noakhali, Chattogram and Cox's Bazar could experience temporary rain or thundershowers accompanied by gusty winds from the south or southeast at speeds of 45-60kmph.

Inland river ports in these areas have been asked to display No. 1 cautionary signals.