Maharashtra Weather Alert For June 4: Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms Likely on Thursday; Yellow Alert Issued for 23 Districts
Maharashtra Weather Alert For June 4: Heavy Rain, Thunderstorms Likely on Thursday; Yellow Alert Issued for 23 Districts
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Yellow Alert for 23 districts across Maharashtra and an Orange Alert for Wardha. Rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds are expected in several parts of the state on June 4.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an important weather warning for Maharashtra, forecasting widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds across several parts of the state on Thursday, June 4. A Yellow Alert has been issued for 23 districts, while Wardha district in Vidarbha has been placed under an Orange Alert due to the possibility of heavier rainfall and intense weather activity.
According to the IMD, cloudy conditions are expected across most parts of Maharashtra, with many areas likely to receive light to moderate rain accompanied by thunder and lightning. Some locations may also witness heavy showers.
In the Konkan region, all six districts — Palghar, Thane, Mumbai, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg — have been placed under a Yellow Alert. Rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms is expected in several places, while coastal areas may experience strong winds.
In North Maharashtra, Yellow Alerts have been issued for Dhule, Nandurbar, Nashik, and Ahilyanagar districts. Moderate rainfall is likely in parts of these districts. Farmers have been advised to plan agricultural activities according to weather forecasts.
The IMD has also issued a Yellow Alert for Pune, Kolhapur, and Satara districts in Western Maharashtra. The ghat sections and hilly areas are expected to receive comparatively higher rainfall, with thunderstorms and lightning likely at isolated locations. Authorities have urged residents to remain cautious during adverse weather conditions.
In the Marathwada region, Parbhani, Hingoli, Beed, Nanded, Latur, and Dharashiv districts are under a Yellow Alert. Light to moderate rainfall is expected at many places, bringing some relief from the prevailing heat.
In Vidarbha, Chandrapur, Gadchiroli, Nagpur, and Yavatmal districts have been placed under a Yellow Alert. Wardha district has received an Orange Alert, with the possibility of heavy rain and thunderstorms at isolated locations.
Although no official alert has been issued for Jalgaon, Sangli, Solapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, and Jalna districts, light to moderate rainfall may still occur in some areas.
The weather department has advised citizens, farmers, and local authorities to stay updated with official forecasts and take necessary precautions, especially in areas prone to lightning and strong winds.
