Rain, thunderstorm warning for parts of Maha from October 7: IMD

India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Sunday issued warning of thunderstorms from October 7 onwards for parts of Vidarbha, Marathwa and Mhya Maharashtra.

Some or districts of state like Ahmednagar, Pune, Sangli, Satara, Kolhapur and Solapur could face similar wear from Wednesday onwards, an IMD official said.

"Parts of Vidarbha, Marathwa and Mhya Maharashtra are likely to be hit by thunderstorms between Monday and Saturday. Nashik and or districts in rth Maharashtra may face gusty winds followed by heavy rainfall in short time from Monday onwards," official said.

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Nashik, incidentally, received heavy showers in second half of Sunday, leaving some areas re water-logged.

IMD said Marathwa and Vidarbha regions are likely to receive heavy rainfall accompanied by gusty winds and thunder on October 11 and 12.

"Farmers should cover harvested crop or shift it to sheds to avoid dam. People should avoid taking shelter under trees or stand near electricity and metal poles," official ded. 

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