Extremely heavy rains take over Mumbai; schools and colleges to shut for afternoon session

WIRE — Amid India Meteorological Department (IMD)s red alert warning of extremely heavy rainfall in Mumbai, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has announced schools and colleges closure for the afternoon session today, July 4, 2026. The BMC administration has urged citizens to step out of their homes only if absolutely necessary.The weather office has issued red alert for Mumbai, Thane, Raigad and Palghar districts from July 4 to 6.

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