IMD Issues 'Orange alert' For Mumbai For Next 5 Days; Anticipates Heavy Rains

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an "orange" alert for the next five days over Mumbai and the west coast of Maharashtra, forecasting torrential rainfall and high winds. KS Hosalikar, an IMD official, stated that severe rains are expected in Mumbai, Thane, and adjoining regions. Hosalikar further advised monitoring the Impact Based Forecast (IBF) and the Mumbai Flood Warning System IFLOWS.