IMD forecasts heavy rainfall over western and central India, issues red alert for Mumbai

The western and central parts of India will continue to witness heavy rains over the next three-four days, the IMD said on Wednesday. Heavy to very heavy rainfall has been predicted for Mumbai.

The western and central parts of the country will continue to witness heavy rains over the next three-four days, the IMD said on Wednesday while issuing a "red" alert for Mumbai, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall in the country's financial capital. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) also issued an "orange" alert for Maharashtra's East Vidarbha region, which includes districts such as Bhandara, Chandrapur, Gadchiroli and Yavatmal, indicating the likelihood of heavy to very heavy showers.