Heavy Rains Batter Maharashtra; Cloudburst Warning for Nashik

Maharashtra is currently experiencing severe monsoon activity. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has warned of a possible cloudburst in the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar region, prompting high alert in the district.

CM Fadnavis Chairs Emergency Meeting

Following a high-level review meeting at the State Disaster Control Room, CM Fadnavis stated that nearly 300 mm of rainfall is expected in the Nashik area. NDRF and SDRF teams have been redeployed as a precaution. The intensity of rainfall is likely to remain high till July 8.

Mumbai Receives Month’s Rain in Four Days

The Chief Minister noted that Mumbai has received almost an entire month’s rainfall in just four days. Despite the heavy downpour, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has managed to control large-scale waterlogging. Metro services are running normally, though some disruptions have been reported on suburban railway lines.

Strong Winds and Tree Falls

Strong gusty winds (50-70 kmph) have caused nearly 300 trees to fall. The government has issued a work-from-home advisory for Monday and appealed to citizens to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary.

IMD Issues Red Alert

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, Pune, and ghat sections of Nashik, forecasting extremely heavy rainfall accompanied by strong winds. Schools and colleges in affected areas have been closed as a precautionary measure.

Transport Disruptions

The Mumbai-Pune Expressway and Mumbai-Goa Highway have been partially affected due to landslides and waterlogging. Several trains have been cancelled or diverted due to waterlogging and landslides on railway tracks.