The New Nation - Internet Edition

UNB, Dhaka

The well marked low over north-west Bay off Bangladesh-West Bengal coast persists over north Bay and adjoining Bangladesh coast.

"It is likely to intensify further and move in a northerly direction," said a special bulletin of Met Office on Saturday.

Under its influence, steep pressure gradient and convective cloud persists over north Bay. Squally weather is likely over north Bay and adjoining coastal area of Bangladesh and may affect the maritime ports.

Maritime ports of Chittagong, Cox's Bazar and Mongla have been advised to hoist local cautionary signal number three ® three.

Under the influence of the well marked low, heavy to heavy rainfall may occur at places over Chittagong, Barisal and Khulna divisions during next 24 hours commencing 10 am on Saturday.

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