Mumbai, June 23 -- Residents in Mumbai and Raigad have been urged to exercise caution on Tuesday following a fresh nowcast warning issued by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), citing the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The alert warns of thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and moderate rain spells, with gusty winds expected to reach speeds between 30 and 40 kmph in isolated areas.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), an orange alert has been activated for Mumbai and Raigad as of 7:00 am today and will be in effect for the next three hours, highlighting a risk of sudden thunderstorms and lightning.

On Monday, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said that the Southwest Monsoon has advanced fur...