DHAKA, April 29, 2019 (BSS) – The cyclonic storm “Fani” over southeast bay
and adjoining area moved north-northwestwards further over the same area
(LAT. 9.0°N, LONG. 86.5°E) and was centred at 12 noon today about 1580 km
south-west of Chattagram port, 1510 km southwest of Cox’s Bazar port, 1535 km
south of Mongla port and 1505 km south of Payra port.
It is likely to intensify further and move in a northwesterly direction,
according to the special weather bulletin of the Met Office.
Maximum sustained wind speed within 54 kms of the cyclone centre is about
62 kph rising to 88 kph in gusts/squalls. Sea will remain very rough near the
cyclone centre.
The maritime ports of Chattogram, Cox’s Bazar, Mongla and Payra have been
advised to keep hoisted distant warning signal no. two (r) two.
All fishing boats and trawlers over North Bay and deep sea have been
advised to proceed with caution till further notice.