IMD forecasts light to moderate rainfall in Mumbai till June 12
Mumbai, June 9 (UNI) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday forecast light to moderate rainfall in Mumbai and adjacent districts until June 12, raising concerns about water resource management as the monsoon season arrives earlier than usual.
The temperature in Mumbai will reach around 33 degrees Celsius this week.
The Konkan region could see moderate rainfall, particularly along the coast.
The Konkan area predicts moderate rain, especially along coastal regions. Mumbai has recorded 82.4mm and 87.5mm of rainfall since June 1, indicating an early start to the monsoon on May 26, about two weeks ahead of schedule.
Despite the good rainfall, water reservoir levels remain critically low, holding only 10.7 per cent of the city's requirements. The early monsoon brings challenges, emphasising the need for effective water management and urban resilience strategies in the face of climate uncertainties.
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