The depression over the southwest Bay and adjoining areas moved slightly northwards and intensified into cyclonic storm “Madi” over the same area yesterday.
Met office sources said it was likely to intensify further and move in a northerly direction. Sea will remain very rough near the storm centre.
Maritime ports of Chittagong, Cox’s Bazar and Mongla had been advised to hoist distant warning signal no two.
All fishing boats and trawlers over the deep sea had been advised to come close to north Bay and proceed with caution till further notice.
They were also advised not to venture into the deep sea.
