The severe cyclonic storm “Dana” over East Central Bay and adjoining West Central Bay of Bengal moved North-Northwestwards and now lies over West Central Bay of Bengal and adjoining Northwest Bay.
At 6:00 am on Thursday, it was centred about 595 kms Southwest of Chattogram port, 555 kms Southwest of Cox's Bazar port, 485 kms South of Mongla port and 475 kms South-Southwest of Payra port.
It is likely to move North-Northwesterly direction further, according to No-9 special bulletin of Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD) on Thursday morning.
Under the peripheral effect of the cyclonic storm, heavy (44-88 mm) to very heavy (289mm) rainfall with gusty or squally wind may occur over North Bay, their offshore islands, chars and coastal areas of Bangladesh.
The maximum sustained wind speed within 64 km of the severe cyclone centre is about 90 kph, rising to 110 kph in gusts or squalls. The sea will remain high near the system centre.
Maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox's Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been advised to keep hoisted local cautionary signal No-3.
All fishing boats and trawlers in North Bay and the deep sea have been advised to remain in shelter until further notice.
Bd-Pratidin English/ Afsar Munna
