Pune Weather Update: 4 Dead, Schools Closed Due To Heavy Rain, IMD Issues Orange Alert
Due to intense rainfall across several parts of Pune district and a forecast for further showers, the local administration has declared a holiday for schools today (July 25). The affected areas include Pune city, Pimpri Chinchwad, and western parts of the district. Over the past 24 hours until 7:30 am, Lonavla received 300 mm of rainfall, Lavasa 417 mm, and Junnar 214 mm, as reported by district officials.
District Collector Suhas Diwase issued an order declaring a holiday for all primary and secondary schools in Pune, Pimpri Chinchwad, Maval, Mulshi, Bhor Velha, Khed, Ambegaon, Junnar Haveli due to the weather conditions. He emphasized the deployment of fire brigade and disaster management teams in low-lying areas and urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel.
The heavy rainfall also prompted authorities to increase water discharge from the Kharadwasla dam to manage rising water levels. The situation remains under close observation as the region prepares for continued inclement weather.
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