Extremely heavy rain to batter Mumbai and 5 Maharashtra districts till July 6; schools shut, red alert issued

Maharashtra has intensified its preparedness for a fresh spell of heavy rainfall after the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast widespread showers across Mumbai, the Konkan region and parts of central Maharashtra until July 6. Authorities have placed several districts on red alert, while schools have been closed in some areas as a precaution.

The Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) urged residents to stay alert and avoid unnecessary movement, particularly in low-lying areas and on ghat roads, as the State Disaster Management Department warned of possible waterlogging, transport disruptions and minor structural damage during the three-day period.

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According to the advisory, heavy rainfall is expected in Mumbai and the districts of Raigad, Thane, Palghar, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg between July 4 and July 6. Moderate to heavy showers are also likely in the ghat regions of Satara, Pune and Nashik.

“Citizens should remain vigilant during this period. Extra caution is essential, especially when travelling in low-lying areas and on ghat roads. In emergency situations, contact local emergency numbers,” the State Disaster Management Department said.

Red alert issued for Mumbai, Konkan districts

The Disaster Management Department has issued a red alert for Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg for July 4 to July 6. Officials cautioned that heavy to extremely heavy rainfall could lead to waterlogging, disruptions to local transport and minor damage to structures.

The CMO also released emergency helpline numbers for residents in vulnerable areas.

People in Mumbai can contact the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation helpline at 1916. Residents of Palghar may call 02525-297474 or +91 82379 78873. The Thane Municipal Corporation helplines are 022-25364779, 022-25301740 and +91 9372338827, while the Thane Disaster Management Cell can be reached at 1800-222-108 and 8657887101. In Panvel, assistance is available through 022-27458040, 022-27458041 and 022-27458042.

Schools closed in Palghar and KDMC areas

District administrations have also announced precautionary measures as rainfall intensifies.

In Palghar, all schools, colleges and Anganwadi centres will remain closed for two days beginning Friday. Residents have also been advised to leave their homes only for essential work.

Within the Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) limits, educational institutions will remain shut on Saturday after the Regional Meteorological Department upgraded Thane district’s weather warning from orange to red for July 4 and 5.

The closure applies to primary, secondary and higher secondary schools, along with colleges affiliated with the State Board, CBSE, ICSE and CIE.