A low-pressure area is expected to form over the east-central Arabian Sea, off the Karnataka coast, around May 22, which will significantly affect the weather patterns across Maharashtra, leading to an increase in rainfall activity next week
IMD has warned of localised flooding and inundation in low-lying areas during this period. Representational pic
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather warning for Maharashtra from May 19 to 25. A low-pressure area is expected to form over the east-central Arabian Sea, off the Karnataka coast, around May 22, which will significantly affect the weather patterns across Maharashtra, leading to an increase in rainfall activity next week.
The Konkan region, including the adjoining ghat areas of central Maharashtra, is expected to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places during this period. Starting Saturday, the Konkan, central Maharashtra, and Marathwada regions are likely to witness thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds, with speeds ranging between 40 and 50 kilometre per hour (km/h), till May 20.
IMD has warned of rough sea conditions during this period and has appealed to the fishing community along the south Maharashtra-Goa coast to avoid venturing into the sea on May 19 and 20. Wind speeds of 35 to 45 km/h, gusting up to 55 km/h, are expected along and off the south Konkan and Goa coasts.
Potential impacts
Localised flooding and inundation of low-lying areas, including urban regions.
Uprooting of weak trees and damage to poorly maintained structures.
Disruption to transport services, including road, rail, and air travel.
Damage to crops, especially standing horticulture, due to water inundation.
Landslides and mudslides in vulnerable areas.
Possibility of riverine flooding in some river catchments.
In light of these risks, IMD has urged residents and travellers to remain updated on the latest weather advisories on https://mausam.imd.gov.in, https://mausam.imd.gov.in/mumbai and https://www.imdnagpur.gov.in.
People have been advised to avoid areas prone to waterlogging as well as taking shelter under trees during thunderstorms. Those living in dilapidated structures should take precautions to secure their homes, and farm animals should be kept in safe shelters, IMD stated.
For farmers, IMD has recommended immediate harvesting of mature crops due to the possibility of thunderstorms, gusty winds, and moderate rainfall.
Meanwhile, the meteorological department also stated that the Southwest Monsoon has advanced over some parts of the south Arabian Sea, the Maldives, and the Comorin area (region around Kanyakumari), Bay of Bengal and Andaman Islands. According to IMD, conditions are favourable for the further advance of the monsoon in the coming days, including over the remaining parts of the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal.
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