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Maharashtra weather update: IMD issues cyclone ‘Shakti’ warning in Mumbai, Thane, Palghar; heavy rains expected from….

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued cyclone ‘Shakti’ warning for some districts of Maharashtra, with high to moderate cyclone warning between October 3 and 7. According to the release, the warning covers Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg. The wind speed, reaching 45-55 kmph and gusting to 65 kmph, is likely to prevail over the North Maharashtra coast between October 3 and 5. The wind speed may increase depending on the cyclone’s intensity. The Sea conditions are very rough, with rough seas expected along the northern Maharashtra coast until October 5. Fishermen are advised to avoid venturing into the sea.