The depression over east-central Bay and adjoining west-central Bay has moved slightly north-northeastwards and intensified into a deep depression, reports UNB.

It was centered at 6 am on Saturday about 635 kms southwest of Chattogram port, 570 kms southwest of Cox’s Bazar port, 605 kms south of Mongla port and 565 kms south of Payra port.

Maximum sustained wind speed within 48 kms of the deep depression centre is about 50 kph rising to 60 kph in gusts or squalls.

Maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been advised to keep hoisted distant cautionary signal no. one (r) one.

All fishing boats and trawlers over north Bay and deep sea 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.

Bd-pratidin English/Tanvir Raihan