Maharashtra Weather Update: Heavy to Very Heavy Rainfall Expected Across State for Next 4-5 Days
Mumbai, July 22, 2024 – The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert predicting active to vigorous monsoon conditions across Maharashtra over the next 4-5 days, with heavy to very heavy rainfall in several regions. The forecast indicates increased rainfall activity from July 23 onwards, driven by an Upper Air Circulation (UAC) over South Odisha and the likely formation of a low-pressure system in the Bay of Bengal by July 24.
Key Regions Affected by Heavy Rainfall
1. Konkan Division (Including Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg)
- July 23: Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds (30-40 kmph).
- Subsequent Days: Heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places.
- Forecast Note: Squally weather, rough seas, and local flooding risks in low-lying coastal areas.
2. Pune Division (Pune, Satara, Kolhapur, Sangli, Solapur)
- Light to moderate rainfall expected initially, increasing towards the end of the period.
- Ghat areas (Pune, Satara, Kolhapur): Heavy to very heavy rainfall from July 23-26.
- Forecast Note: Landslides/mudslides in ghat regions and urban waterlogging possible.
3. Nashik Division (Nashik, Jalgaon, Dhule, Nandurbar, Ahilyanagar)
- Light to moderate rain expected, with Jalgaon likely to experience thunderstorms and heavy rain on July 26.
- Ghat areas (Nashik): Heavy to very heavy rainfall from July 24-26.
- Forecast Note: Lightning strikes and crop damage risks.
4. Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Division
- Thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds on July 23 & 26.
- Light to moderate rain in between.
- Forecast Note: Lightning risks and waterlogging in vulnerable areas.
5. Amravati Division (Akola, Amravati, Buldhana, Washim, Yavatmal, Wardha)
- Recurrent thunderstorms with lightning and gusty winds (30-40 kmph).
- Amravati: Heavy rainfall expected on July 26.
- Forecast Note: Localized flooding, wind damage to crops, and structural risks.
6. Nagpur Division (Nagpur, Chandrapur, Bhandara, Gondia, Gadchiroli, Wardha)
- Heavy to very heavy rainfall with thunderstorms and gusty winds (30-50 kmph) from July 23-26.
- Wardha: Intense thunderstorms likely on July 25-26.
- Forecast Note: High alert for flash floods, tree falls, electrical hazards, and transport disruptions.
IMD Alerts & Precautions
- Orange Alert issued for Konkan & Ghat areas of Madhya Maharashtra.
- Mumbai & Pune to see increased rainfall intensity from July 23.
- Fishermen Advisory: Avoid venturing into rough seas along the Konkan coast.
- Residents in flood-prone areas should stay alert for sudden waterlogging and landslides.
Conclusion
With the monsoon set to intensify across Maharashtra, authorities urge citizens to stay updated on weather warnings, avoid unnecessary travel during heavy downpours, and take precautions against lightning strikes and flooding. The IMD will continue monitoring the situation and issue further updates as needed.
