For the past week, heavy rains have lashed parts of Vidarbha, Marathwada, North Maharashtra, and Konkan, causing major damage to crops such as onions, soybeans, cotton, maize, tomatoes, and vegetables. Rice cultivation in Raigad has come to a standstill, while fields in Pune are submerged. The Meteorological Department has forecast rain with thunderstorms across many parts of the state for the next two to three days, with rainfall likely to continue till the end of October due to low pressure areas in the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal.
A low-pressure system over the Arabian Sea moved southwestward on Saturday and is expected to cross the east-central Arabian Sea within 24 hours. As it moves near the Maharashtra coast, Konkan and Madhya Maharashtra are likely to receive more rainfall. The weather is expected to turn dry in the first week of November.
Mumbai, Thane, Navi Mumbai, and nearby suburbs experienced continuous rainfall on Saturday and Sunday, with intensity increasing in the evening. The Colaba observatory recorded 14.6 mm of rain from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, while Santacruz recorded 6.6 mm. Rain was also reported in Thane and Navi Mumbai.
Fishermen Advised to Stay Ashore
A high alert has been issued for fishermen along the state’s coast. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported that a low-pressure area over the west coast will bring winds of 35–45 kmph, occasionally reaching 55 kmph, until October 29. The IMD and the Indian Coast Guard have warned fishermen not to venture into the sea.
Temperature Relief for Citizens
Rainfall has brought down temperatures across Maharashtra. Areas that earlier saw over 35°C are now recording between 29°C and 31°C. On Sunday, Akola and Buldhana recorded 29.2°C, Gondia 29.6°C, and Yavatmal 30°C.
'Yellow Alert' in Raigad
Rain has disrupted normal life in Raigad district. A ‘Yellow Alert’ has been issued for the entire Konkan region, including Raigad, till October 30. Following the IMD warning, farmers have halted harvesting.
Tourism in Raigad has also been affected during the Diwali festival season, with fewer visitors and reduced beach crowds. Due to rough seas, the Gateway–Mandwa water transport service has been suspended since Saturday evening following a three-point coastal warning.
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