IMD issues yellow alert for rain till July 7
The India meteorological department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert for Goa, warning of heavy rainfall likely to affect both districts until July 7. The advisory also includes warnings of strong winds, with speeds reaching 30-40kmph and gusting up to 50kmph in several parts of the state.
The weather system is expected to keep temperatures between a maximum of 32°C and a minimum of 25°C. The IMD has raised concerns over squally weather along the south Maharashtra-Goa coast, extending up to 75km from the coastline. On July 2, wind speeds of 45-55kmph, gusting up to 65 kmph, are expected to prevail. Fishermen have been advised to avoid venturing into the sea during this period.
The southwest monsoon was weak over Goa on Tuesday.
Panaji received only 8.5mm of rainfall from 8.30am till the evening, while Mormugao recorded 29.2mm during the same duration.
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