DHAKA, Aug 12, 2026 (BSS) - A low-pressure area has formed over the North Bay 
and adjoining West Bengal-Bangladesh coastal region, prompting the maritime 
ports of Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, Mongla and Payra to hoist local cautionary 
signal number three as squally weather is likely over the area.

According to a special weather bulletin issued by the Bangladesh 
Meteorological Department today, the low-pressure area is likely to intensify 
and may cause squally weather over the maritime ports, the North Bay and 
adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh.

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