Parts of Maharashtra report ‘exceptional’ rain
Parts of Maharashtra are experiencing record-breaking rainfall, with some regions receiving nearly a tenth of their annual average in a single day. While the IMD expects the heavy rain to subside after July 10, the event has caused significant infrastructure damage and landslides.
The Western Ghats saw exceptional rainfall, with the India Meteorological Department reporting that Lonavala, a popular tourist destination, recorded 1300mm of rainfall from 5th July to Wednesday (July 8, 2026) morning. recorded 525 mm of rainfall. In the IMD’s scheme of categorisation, rainfall over 200 mm is considered “extremely high” rainfall.
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