The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) released on 15 and 16 May in several districts of Maharahtra yellow and orange alert of the weather in several districts of Maharaštra, warning of storms, impact winds, lightning and scattered precipitation. As the conditions are intensified in front of Monsoon, the coastal and inner parts of the state will be witnessed by unstable weather, which made IMD to emit yellow and orange alerts in different regions.
Yellow alerts in the following districts:
For Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Yalgaon and other districts, yellow warnings were issued. This level of warning signals of potentially dangerous weather and advises the public to remain alert. According to IMD, these areas can experience isolated thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, light to medium collision and impact winds reaching speeds of 40 to 50 km / h. Warning urges people to be careful, especially when working in open areas or almost conductive subjects such as poles or fencing.
Orange alerts of the interior of the Maharashtra
For Nasik, Ahilyanagar, Pune and Satar, an orange warning was released, where the storm activity is likely to be more intense. These districts may face stronger impacts ranging from 50 to 60 km / h, lightning strikes and slight precipitation. IMD warns that such conditions can lead to power outages, falling trees and minor structural damage. People in these regions were recommended to prepare for localized disruption and avoid exposure during active storms.
Public advice from IMD
In particular, farmers were invited to take protective steps, because weather conditions could affect crops and livestock. With strong winds and unexpected precipitation on the horizon IMD recommended early harvesting of mature crops, relocation of harvested products to safe places and securing young fruit plants and plant crops against accommodation.
The stored grains should be moved to protected areas to prevent the beach, and irrigation or chemical spraying should be prevented due to the probability of precipitation. Excessive water drain systems should be prepared in the fields to prevent waterlogging, and all livestock should be kept inside during the storm.
IMD stressed that public safety should be a priority and warn residents to avoid outdoor activities during the storms. It is essential, especially if flash is active in this area. The public is also recommended to follow updates from official weather sources, as the situation can develop rapidly.
(Tagstotranslate) Maharashtra Weather Alert
