Maharashtra set for rise in heat as IMD, Skymet flag dry spell and worsening drought

The weather in Maharashtra is changing. Rain fell in several areas in between. Drought was declared in the state this year. The recent rain brought major relief, but the heat now appears to be rising again in the state. After the start of November, a hint of cold had begun to be felt, and in the meantime a major warning has been issued.

According to Mahesh Palawat, a weather expert at Skymet, El Nino has strengthened further in the Pacific Ocean. As a result, sea temperatures in the Bay of Bengal have risen more than expected. The North East Monsoon has become active. The weather is likely to remain dry in most places today. Vidarbha and Marathwada will stay dry, and the drought situation could worsen.

Light to moderate rain is likely in Konkan today. Temperatures in Mumbai and its suburbs are likely to reach 37 degrees. According to the India Meteorological Department's forecast, the weather will remain dry in most districts on November 7. There are firm indications that the heat will increase further in the state in the next few days.

Firecrackers are banned in Mumbai in view of rising air pollution, yet during Diwali people were seen to disregard the restrictions. Mumbai's air quality has been a concern for the past few years. Air quality has fallen and pollution has risen. Mumbai's AQI was 107 yesterday, and today's AQI was recorded at 102.

The air at Bandra Kurla Complex is the most polluted. Mumbai's air is becoming more hazardous by the day. Haze was seen all around in the morning. The India Meteorological Department has warned that the next few days are extremely dangerous for the state. A serious question over water has arisen. Conditions are even more severe in many areas, including Marathwada. The rain in between had brought some relief.