IMD Warns of Heavy Rains in Maharashtra and West Bengal

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of heavy rainfall across several districts in Maharashtra over the next three days, with the downpours expected to continue into the Navratri festival period.

Maharashtra Braces for Rains

A low-pressure area in Marathwada is driving strong winds toward the Arabian Sea, triggering widespread showers. Drizzle has already begun in Mumbai and its suburbs, while Palghar and Thane are expected to see light to moderate rainfall.

Meanwhile, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg could experience moderate showers, though the intensity may be slightly reduced in the Konkan region.

The IMD has also forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in districts including Nashik, Ahmednagar, Solapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Jalna, Parbhani, Beed, Osmanabad, Nanded, Latur, Hingoli, Nagpur, Nandurbar, and Wardha, accompanied by thundershowers and strong winds, raising concerns about flooding and waterlogging in some areas.

West Bengal Faces Heavy Rain Threat

Northern and sub-Himalayan parts of West Bengal are also under the IMD's radar. Heavy rainfall is expected in Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Jalpaiguri, Alipurduar, and Cooch Behar until September 20, while South Bengal may see light to moderate showers with thunderstorms and lightning until September 22.

In the last 24 hours, Malda recorded 34 mm of rain, followed by Alipurduar with 31 mm, highlighting the already wet conditions in the state.

Authorities and residents are urged to remain vigilant, as ongoing rains could disrupt daily life, especially in flood-prone regions.