Maharashtra rain alert IMD warns of heavy rainfall in Mumbai Raigad and Konkan till June 28 High tide alert for Mumbai with biggest wave expected on June 26 Citizens advised to stay away from the seashore
Rain Grips Maharashtra: Monsoon Enters in Full Swing
The monsoon has finally arrived in Maharashtra and it is not holding back. Since late Monday night steady and intense showers have been soaking cities and villages alike. In Raigad Ratnagiri Palghar and Thane the skies have opened up so the streets are now glistening with rainwater. In Mumbai the weather has turned moody with downpours slowing city life and disrupting daily routines.
IMD Sounds Alert: 5 Days of Heavy to Very Heavy Rain Ahead
The India Meteorological Department has issued a serious warning. From June 24 to June 28 several districts in the Konkan and Vidarbha regions may see relentless rain. In areas like Alibag Murud Pen and Roha low lying spots are already waterlogged. So Raigad has been placed under an orange alert and the message is simple stay alert and prepared.
Mumbai on Edge: Sea to Rise Biggest Tide on June 26
As if the rain was not enough Mumbai now faces another threat from the sea. The weather department says that between June 24 and June 28 the city will see sea waves rising over four point five meters every day. The biggest tide is expected on June 26 so it could be risky for people living near the coast. BMC has alerted all departments and is getting ready for quick response.
BMC Issues Strict Warning: Stay Off the Shoreline
Mumbai civic body BMC has asked everyone to stay away from the seashore during high tide hours. Fire teams and emergency units are ready for any situation and people are told not to take chances. In the coming monsoon season the city could see 19 major high tide days.
Be Smart Stay Safe Weather Warnings Shouldn’t Be Ignored
The message is clear and simple: listen to the warnings. With the rain pouring down and the sea rising fast one wrong step can be dangerous. Stay indoors when needed and follow every safety rule. The monsoon is here to stay and safety should always come first.