Maharashtra Rain Update July 19 and 20: IMD Issues Yellow Alert for Mumbai and Thane; Heavy Rain Likely in Konkan as Rainfall Deficit Persists

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Maharashtra Rain Update July 19 and 20: IMD Issues Yellow Alert for Mumbai and Thane; Heavy Rain Likely in Konkan as Rainfall Deficit Persists - As of July 18, Maharashtra has recorded an overall rainfall deficit of nearly 14 percent during the third week of July. While Konkan, Goa, and parts of Central Maharashtra have received rainfall within the normal range, Marathwada and Vidarbha continue to face shortages exceeding 30 percent. Rainfall distribution has remained uneven even within the Konkan region. Thane has registered only a seven percent surplus, whereas Sindhudurg continues to face a 36 percent shortfall. Gadchiroli has recorded the state's highest rainfall deficit at 58 percent, making the coming week's expected rainfall especially important for improving the overall situation. Get Latest News on Maharashtra only on lokmattimes.com