Signal-3 for coastal areas

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DHAKA: A low over northwest bay off Orissa-West Bengal and adjoining Bangladesh coast intensified into a well marked low over the Bay of Bengal and coastal area.

Under its influence steep pressure gradient persists over North Bay.

Squally weather may affect North Bay, adjoining coastal area of Bangladesh and the maritime ports, said a Met office bulletin Tuesday.

Maritime ports of Chittagong, Cox’s bazar and Mongla have been advised to keep hoisted local cautionary signal-3.

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