IMD Issues Orange Alert For Mumbai, Thane & Raigad

Mumbai is bracing for heavy showers as the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange alert for the city and its neighbouring districts, including Thane and Raigad, for July 21.

The city witnessed light spells of rain during the day, with heavy rain reported from several parts of the city, including Andheri, Bandra, Vile Parle, Dadar, Bhandup, and Mulund.

According to the IMD's latest data, Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad are likely to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places, accompanied by strong winds reaching 50-60 kmph.

The IMD has forecast heavy rainfall at isolated places in other districts, along with gusty winds. Palghar and Ratnagiri have been placed under a Yellow Alert.

Meanwhile, the Air Quality Index (AQI) in the city remains in the Moderate category at 56. The best AQI readings recorded during the day were Walkeshwar and Navy Nagar, Colaba, at 55 and 58, respectively.

However, the AQI at Rajiv Gandhi Nagar was recorded at 144, placing it in the Poor category. Under the standard AQI classification, readings between 0 and 50 are considered 'Good', 51 to 100 'Moderate', 101 to 200 'Poor', 201 to 300 'Unhealthy', while readings above 300 fall under the 'Severe' category.

Citizens are advised to avoid unnecessary travel as heavy rainfall has been forecast for the city. Several rain-related incidents have been reported over the past month.

The city's lake levels have also crossed 52%, indicating a good water supply for the city.

The Orange alert issued by the IMD is a warning for the citizens to remain cautious and prepared for the heavy rainfall.

The IMD's forecast is a reminder for the citizens to take necessary precautions and stay safe during the heavy rainfall.

In conclusion, the heavy rainfall forecast for Mumbai and its neighbouring districts is a cause for concern, and citizens are advised to remain cautious and prepared.