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IMD issues 'red' alert for Maharashtra; Mumbai flooded by heavy rain
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Mumbai is facing heavy rains and severe waterlogging, and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a ‘red’ alert for several parts of Maharashtra till July 24.
The city and its surrounding areas, including the suburbs and nearby districts of Thane, Palghar, and Raigad, are preparing for more intense rainfall. A high tide alert has been issued for Tuesday afternoon. The IMD has predicted heavy rain for Mumbai and Thane, issuing a 'yellow' alert for Tuesday and an 'orange' alert for Wednesday.
A ‘red’ alert, signalling the highest level of caution, has been extended to Gujarat, Konkan, Goa, and West Madhya Pradesh, underscoring the seriousness of the weather situation.