{
  "id": 10714147,
  "title": "Mumbai Weather Update: IMD Issues Yellow Alert; Light Rain, Thunderstorms Likely",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/mumbai-weather-update-imd-issues-yellow-alert-light-rain",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-29T14:12:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/mumbai/mumbai-weather-update-imd-issues-yellow-alert-light-rain-thunderstorms-likely-mumbai-news"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mumbai braces for another round of rain as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Yellow nowcast alert. The alert, issued at around 7 PM, indicates a likelihood of thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds of up to 30-40 kmph in isolated areas. The nowcast is valid for the next three hours, warning residents of sudden weather activity.\n\nFollowing a prolonged dry spell, Mumbai's weather has returned to humid and partly cloudy conditions. However, the return of rain poses potential risks, such as waterlogging in certain areas. Authorities advise caution while traveling and suggest avoiding unnecessary outdoor activities during thunderstorms. It is also recommended to stay away from trees during storms and exercise care around vulnerable structures and waterlogged regions.\n\nThe city's Air Quality Index (AQI) has also worsened, currently standing at 80, which places it in the moderate category. AQI levels between 51 and 100 are classified as moderate, indicating a need for cautious behavior to protect one's health.\n\nAs weather conditions continue to evolve, the IMD remains vigilant and advises residents to adhere to the latest official forecasts and nowcast warnings. For more details on property deals in Mumbai and surrounding areas, visit: https://budgetproperties.in/.",
  "summary": "Mumbai: After a brief break, Mumbai rains are to make comeback, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a Yellow nowcast alert, warning of thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds at isolated places on Tuesday September 29. According to the latest IMD nowcast, light rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning is likely at isolated locations. Gusty winds reaching speeds of 30-40…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}