Western Maharashtra is facing a different challenge altogether. Districts such as Kolhapur and Sangli are on alert for thunderstorms, lightning, and possible hailstorms, accompanied by gusty winds reaching 50–60 km/h.
In the ghat regions of Pune and Satara, light to moderate rain with thunderstorms is likely. Similar alerts extend to Solapur and Dharashiv, where lightning and moderate rainfall may disrupt normal activities. Residents are advised to stay indoors during storm activity and avoid open areas.