Monsoon Mayhem: Maharashtra Braces for Heavy Rains, Mumbai and Pune on High Alert
Get ready for more rainfall in Maharashtra as IMD predicts heavy showers in Mumbai and Pune, causing waterlogging and disrupting daily life.
Maharashtra RainsMumbai WeatherPune WeatherHeavy RainfallFlood AlertReal Estate MaharashtraJul 28, 2024
The incessant downpour throughout the week has severely affected normal life in Mumbai, causing waterlogging and flooding in many areas. The water levels in Mumbai's seven lakes have surged, crossing the 70 percent mark on July 27, a 5 percent increase from the previous day, according to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).
As the rains continue to batter the city, advisories and alerts have been issued, urging residents to brace for more inclement weather. The BMC has reported 20 incidents of tree collapses, partial house collapses, and short circuits between Friday and Saturday morning, but no casualties have been reported.
Meanwhile, Pune is preparing for more heavy rainfall as the IMD has issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall till July 31. Around 3,000 citizens have been shifted to temporary shelters, and the Pune civic body has issued an alert for citizens living in low-lying areas along the banks of Pavana and Mula rivers.
Pune recorded the third-highest rainfall in July, with Shivajinagar reporting 114.1 mm rainfall, making it the tenth-highest rainfall recorded in the city. In Western Maharashtra's Kolhapur, more than 5,800 people have been moved to safer places after the Panchganga River started flowing above the danger mark.
Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has reviewed the flood situation in Kolhapur and directed the district administration to provide all necessary help to citizens. Two teams of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and a team of the Indian Army have been deployed in the region to assist with the relief efforts.
Information The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) is the civic body responsible for governing and administering the city of Mumbai. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) is the national meteorological service of India, providing weather forecasts and warnings to the public.
The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) is a specialized force in India that responds to natural disasters and other emergencies. The Indian Army is the land-based branch of the Indian Armed Forces, and it often assists with disaster relief efforts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the weather forecast for Mumbai from July 28 to 30?
Moderate showers are expected in Mumbai from Monday to Wednesday.
Why have residents of low-lying areas in Pune been shifted to temporary shelters?
Due to the orange alert for heavy rainfall till July 31, and the risk of flooding along the banks of Pavana and Mula rivers.
How many people have been moved to safer places in Kolhapur due to flooding?
More than 5,800 people have been moved to safer places after the Panchganga River started flowing above the danger mark.
What is the highest rainfall ever recorded in Pune?
The highest rainfall ever recorded in Pune was 181.1 mm on October 10, 2010.
What is the role of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) in disaster relief efforts?
The NDRF responds to natural disasters and other emergencies, providing assistance and relief to affected areas.
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