Cautionary Signal 3 for Maritime Ports

The Met Office has forecast rain for the next 24 hours because of the monsoon and asked the maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla and Payra to hoist local cautionary signal 3.

In a warning message on Wednesday morning, the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) reported that light to moderate rain or thunder showers accompanied by temporary gusty winds are likely to occur at most locations across Rangpur, Rajshahi, Dhaka, Mymensingh, Khulna, Barishal, Chattogram and Sylhet.

Over the next 24 hours, each of these areas may be struck by relatively high to very heavy falls.

The Met Office advised all fishing trawlers and boats to stay near to the coast and to continue with care before further notice.