IMD issues rain and thunderstorm alert for Mumbai
IMD Warns of Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms in Mumbai for Next Few Hours
- By Gurmehar --
- Friday, 04 Apr, 2025
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning for Mumbai, predicting light rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds in the next three to four hours. The alert was released at 4:25 PM and mentions that wind speeds could reach up to 40 kilometers per hour.
Apart from Mumbai, the IMD has also warned residents of Thane, Pune, Raigad, Palghar, and Nashik about possible rainfall and thunderstorms. In Thane, an orange alert has been issued, meaning moderate rain and stormy conditions are expected. Other regions of Maharashtra, including Vidarbha, Marathwada, and North Maharashtra, have also experienced unseasonal rains in recent days.
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Sudden weather changes
Many areas of Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, and Thane have already started seeing cloudy skies and dust storms. Residents have taken to social media to share videos of the sudden change in weather. Two days ago, light rain was reported in Mumbai, Karjat, and Kasara. Meanwhile, Pune has been experiencing moderate showers and even hailstorms, following a period of high temperatures.
Weather experts say these sudden storms are caused by atmospheric disturbances. People in affected areas are advised to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel until conditions improve.
