A red alert has been issued for several districts and cities in Maharashtra as heavy rainfall is gearing up to hit the state. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday, July 24, said heavy rainfall is likely for some parts of the state, while an orange alert has been issued for Mumbai and Thane and a red alert for Pune and Palghar districts.Also Read: Maharashtra Rain Forecast: IMD Issues Red Alert for Mumbai, Pune, Thane and Palghar Today Amid Heavy Rainfall
According to the weather department, heavy to very heavy rainfall at a few places was predicted in Mumbai and Thane. "Heavy to very heavy rainfall at a few places with extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places were very likely in Palghar," IMD's latest weather update states.
Heavy rainfall continues in Mumbai, according to the alerts issued by IMD on Wednesday. Visuals shared by news agency ANI from parts of the city saw heavy rainfall leading to waterlogging on several roads in the south part of the city. Train services were also disrupted in Central and Western Lines by almost 30 minutes.
Heavy Rains in Mumbai
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A red alert was issued to several districts in Maharashtra, including Pune, Raigad and Satra. The Pune district administration has warned citizens to stay safe as the water from the Khadakwasla dam will be released into the Mula Mutha River as the dam is 100% filled at its capacity. "9,416 cusecs of water were released into the river at 7:00 AM today. Residents of riverside villages are advised to take precautions," said Executive Engineer, Khadakwasla Irrigation Department.
Waterlogging on Road Near Mafco Market in Navi Mumbai
Mumbai today witnessed heavy rains with gusty winds, which led to waterlogging in many low-lying areas of the city. IMD said the city will receive heavy rainfall on July 24 and 25.