Dhaka, Bangladesh (BBN)-All the three maritime ports of Bangladesh have been asked to hoist local cautionary signal No. three as a deep convection is taking place over North Bay and adjoining West Bengal and Bangladesh coast.

The maritime ports are: Chittagong, Cox’s Bazar and Mongla.

Under the influence of the deep convection, squally weather may affect North Bay, adjoining coastal area of Bangladesh and the maritime ports, said a special bulletin of Bangladesh Meteorological Department in Dhaka.

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

BBN/SS/AS-11May14-9:00pm (BST)