The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain alert for Thane today. Data from RDMC-TMC indicates that Thane received 58.36 mm of rainfall from 8:30 AM on July 23 to 8:30 AM on July 24. The heaviest rainfall occurred at 2:30 PM and 7:30 PM yesterday, with 11.44 mm and 11.94 mm recorded in just one hour, respectively.
The cumulative rainfall from June 1 to July 24 this year has reached 1,846.98 mm, slightly surpassing last year's figure of 1,807.81 mm for the same period. This increase suggests a more active monsoon season compared to 2023.
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Adding to the weather concerns, high tides are expected today. The RDMC-TMC has forecast high tides at 04:00 hrs (3.41 meters) and 15:45 hrs (4.54 meters). Residents in low-lying areas are advised to stay vigilant.