Mumbai Rain Update: Thunderstorms with Lightning, Cloudy Skies with Intense Rain Expected; Yellow Alert for Thane, Raigad, Palghar

Mumbai has been experiencing light to moderate evening showers over the past few days, and the weather forecast indicates that similar conditions are expected today as well. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted cloudy skies for the evening, with a chance of light rainfall. Citizens are advised to carry umbrellas to be prepared for any rain during their commute.

Meanwhile, The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Mumbai and the nearby districts of Thane, Raigad, and Palghar, warning of potential thunderstorms, lightning, light to moderate rainfall, and gusty winds reaching 30-40 kmph in isolated areas. This alert is in place for October 15, with similar weather conditions expected today.

Thunderstorms accomanied with lightning, gusty winds and moderate to occasional intense spells of rain very likely over the districts of Raigad, Thane, Mumbai and Palghar during next 3-4 hours. pic.twitter.com/PEvwDSxqyG

— Regional Meteorological Center,Mumbai (@RMC_Mumbai) October 14, 2024

Powerful thunderstorms are hitting Badlapur, and netizens are sharing scary visuals! A yellow alert has been issued for Thane, Raigad, and Palghar. ⚡🌧️#Badlapur#Thunderstorms#WeatherAlert#Thane#Rain#LokmatTimespic.twitter.com/CaKMjdnm0T— Lokmat Times (@lokmattimeseng) October 14, 2024

तपशीलवार जिल्हानिहाय हवामान अंदाज व चेतावणीसाठी कृपयाhttps://t.co/jw7yrf8Es5 भेट घ्या./ pic.twitter.com/gBEaf8HuhC— Regional Meteorological Center,Mumbai (@RMC_Mumbai) October 14, 2024

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Additionally, Mumbai's air quality remains in the 'good' category, with an AQI of 66 recorded on October 14. Despite some haze, the city continues to enjoy relatively low pollution levels. Neighboring regions like Navi Mumbai and Thane have also reported good air quality, with AQI levels of 56 and 52, respectively. However, Kherwadi's AQI, though still within the 'good' range, stood highest at 97. In response to increasing air pollution concerns, particularly at construction sites, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has updated its guidelines. They plan to deploy ward-level squads to monitor construction projects and ensure compliance. Sensor-based pollution monitoring systems will be installed at all construction sites to immediately address any breaches in pollution limits.