Heavy rains lash Maharashtra; red alert issued in these districts
Heavy rains in Maharashtra: Due to relentless rainfall in Maharashtra, IMD issued a 'Red' alert and 'Orange' alert in several districts of Mumbai.
"Moderate to intense spells of rain very likely over the districts of Raigad, Thane, Mumbai, Palghar and Ratnagiri during the next 3-4 hours. Occasional strong winds are very likely," stated the IMD.
Palghar,
Raigad.
Thane,
Mumbai,
Ratnagiri.
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Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar directed district collectors for precautionary measures in view of the incessant rainfall in parts of the state.
Pawar also reviewed the poor flood situation in Chiplun City of Ratnagiri district.
MLA Shekhar Nikam was also present on this occasion.
Meanwhile, keeping in view the situation of weather in Pune, weather department issued an Orange alert for Pune, indicating the likelihood of heavy rainfall, particularly for tonight.
“The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange Alert for Pune District with heavy rainfall in ghat areas of the northern taluka of the district, especially for July 19 night,” an IMD official said.
In response, local authorities in Pune have been directed to evaluate potential risks and implement necessary precautions as per the Pune District Disaster Mitigation Plan."Local authorities have been directed to evaluate the current risks and take appropriate measures," said Ayush Prasad, Zilla Parishad CEO, Pune District.
Moreover, all hospitals have bestaffed and stocked with the necessary medicines. Ambulances are functional and have full fuel. Officials have been asked to stay at Headquarters and stay on alert.
- With inputs from agencies
