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Mumbai Faces Orange Alert as Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms Loom
✍️ The Indian Express
🗓 13 Sep 2026, 06:07 PM
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Mumbai has been placed under an orange alert after the Meteorological Department warned of heavy downpours and thunderstorms expected across Maharashtra.
The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Mumbai, signalling the likelihood of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across the city and surrounding areas.
The alert follows forecasts that predict intense downpours and frequent lightning strikes over Maharashtra, with Mumbai expected to receive the heaviest rainfall.
Officials have urged residents to stay indoors, avoid unnecessary travel, and secure loose outdoor items to prevent damage from strong winds.
The orange alert remains in effect until 6 PM local time, after which it may be downgraded if weather conditions improve.
The alert follows forecasts that predict intense downpours and frequent lightning strikes over Maharashtra, with Mumbai expected to receive the heaviest rainfall.
Officials have urged residents to stay indoors, avoid unnecessary travel, and secure loose outdoor items to prevent damage from strong winds.
The orange alert remains in effect until 6 PM local time, after which it may be downgraded if weather conditions improve.