Cautionary signal one for seaports

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DHAKA, Jan 7, 2019 (BSS) – The deep depression over Southeast Bay and
adjoining east-central bay moved northwards and weakened into a depression
over the same area and was centered at 9 am today about 1045 km south of
Chattogram Port, 960 km south of Cox’s Bazar Port, 1105 km south-southeast of
Mongla Port and 1040 km south-southeast of Payra Port.

It is likely to move further north or northeasterly direction and weaken
gradually, said a press release.

Maximum sustained wind speed within 44 kms of the depression centre is
about 40 kilometer per hour (KPH) rising to 50 kph in gusts, sea will remain
rough near the depression centre.

The maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been
advised to keep hoisted distant cautionary signal No one.

All fishing boats and trawlers over North Bay have been advised to remain
close to the coast and proceed with caution till further notice. They are
also advised not to venture into the deep sea.