Dhaka, July 5 -- The Bangladesh Meteorological Department has asked four seaports, including Chattogram and Cox's Bazar, to keep hoisted local cautionary signal number three.

The instruction was issued in a weather bulletin on Saturday.

According to the bulletin, a steep pressure gradient is prevailing over the North Bay of Bengal due to the active monsoon.

Rains likely to drench parts of the country

As a result, squally weather may affect the North Bay, the coastal areas of Bangladesh and the maritime ports.

The Met Office advised the maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, Mongla and Payra to keep hoisted local cautionary signal number three.

Fishing boats and trawlers stationed in the North Bay were advised to remain close to ...