Mumbai on red alert: Heavy rainfall hits Maharashtra

MUMBAI, Maharashtra: Mumbai and several regions across Maharashtra experienced heavy rainfall for the second day in a row. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has declared a “red” alert for Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Panvel, and the rural areas of Ratnagiri-Sindhudurg, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall.

In a statement released by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) announced that all civic, government, and private schools and colleges will be closed as a precaution due to the heavy rainfall warning issued by the IMD.
Bhushan Gagarani , BMC commissioner has further advised residents to exercise caution and refrain from leaving their homes unless necessary. “The BMC has put all its disaster management teams on high alert. Citizens are advised not to panic and can contact the BMC’s disaster management cell on 1916 for any assistance,” he said.