Updated on 6 August 2019
The Situation:
Severe flooding caused evacuations, power outages, and transportation disruptions
in Maharashtra state as heavy rainfall continued on Tuesday, 6 August. More than 10,000
people have been evacuated and another 85,000 people are without power in Kolhapur
district due to flooding as of 14:30 (local time) Tuesday. Officials in Pune, Satara, Kolhapur,
and Sangli districts closed schools and colleges due to heavy flooding and associated
transportation disruptions. Moderate rainfall is forecast to continue through the end of the
week, with intermittent heavy rainfall in isolated areas.
Possible Effects:
Heavy rainfall which could lead to continued or worsening flooding
Downed trees, hindering rescue/recovery efforts
Road closures and train delays
Cancelled or delayed flights
Power outages in homes and places of work
Mitigating Factors to Apply:
Monitor local news and weather media for updates
Allow extra time for travel
Avoid traveling through flooded areas
Keep extra bottled water in lodging
Keep electronics charged
Check with airline for possible flight delays or cancellations
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