The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for 25 districts in Maharashtra as the state braces for intense rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and gusty winds over the next 24 hours.
Mumbai & Konkan Weather Update
The Mumbai city and Konkan region are expected to experience cloudy skies with moderate to heavy showers.
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Mumbai temperature: Maximum around 31°C, minimum near 26°C.
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Districts under alert: Raigad, Ratnagiri, Thane, Palghar, and Sindhudurg may face heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning.
Western Maharashtra Weather Forecast
In Western Maharashtra, Pune and Solapur districts are under yellow alert.
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Ghat areas of Pune, Satara, Sangli, and Kolhapur could see strong winds, lightning, and heavy downpours.
North Maharashtra Weather Alert
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Nashik and Ahmednagar districts are on yellow alert.
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Nashik ghats, Dhule, Nandurbar, and Jalgaon may receive moderate to heavy rainfall with thunderstorms.
Marathwada & Vidarbha: Widespread Heavy Showers
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All 8 districts of Marathwada and all 11 districts of Vidarbha are under yellow alert.
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IMD has warned of widespread heavy to very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and lightning across these regions.
Advisory for Farmers in Maharashtra
Authorities have advised farmers to take precautionary measures as continuous rainfall has already led to crop damage in several areas. The IMD forecast suggests that rainfall activity will persist in the coming days, and farmers should ensure both crop protection and personal safety.
