Heavy Rains wreak havoc in Maharashtra, triggering red alert, evacuations

Heavy Rains wreak havoc in Maharashtra, triggering red alert, evacuations

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Severe rain in various parts of Maharashtra causes major disruptions. Heavy rainfall and flooding were reported in multiple districts

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The Meteorological Department warns the next few hours are crucial. Red alert issued, effective until tomorrow morning

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Numerous flights and trains in Maharashtra are affected. Significantly, in Pune, three people electrocuted in waist-deep water.

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Heavy rains also caused severe flooding, inundating houses and residential societies in low-lying areas. NDRF teams deployed to manage the situation.

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Army personnel were also called to Maharashtra for evacuation efforts

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Meanwhile, due to incessant rain, authorities announced closure of schools and colleges in Mumbai, Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad for July 26

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