DHAKA, Nov 17, 2023 (BSS) - The cyclonic storm "Midhili" weakened into a deep 
depression after moving north-northeastwards and crossing the coast at 3 pm 
today.

It now lies over Patuakhali and adjoining area, a Met Office special weather 
bulletin said.

According to met office sources, Midhili is likely to move northeastwards 
further inland and weaken gradually by giving precipitation. Under its 
influence steep pressure gradient persists over North Bay.

Squally weather may continue over the maritime ports, North Bay and adjoining 
coastal areas of Bangladesh.

The maritime ports of Mongla and Payra have been advised to lower danger 
signal no-seven and to hoist local cautionary signal- three.

Maritime ports of Chattogram and Cox's Bazar have been advised to lower 
danger signal no- six and to hoist local cautionary signal three.

All fishing boats and trawlers over North Bay have been advised to remain in 
shelter till further notice.