The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a high-alert warning for extremely heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across several districts in Maharashtra on Sunday. According to the forecast, Palghar, Thane, Mumbai, and Raigad districts are very likely to witness intense weather activity, including lightning and gusty winds at isolated places. All four districts are currently under a red alert.

Additionally, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg districts have been placed under an orange alert, while Nashik, including the ghat areas of Nashik and Pune, have also been brought under a red alert due to the likelihood of extreme rainfall in the coming hours.