Yellow alert covers Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, and other coastal districts.
Heatwave conditions may continue until mid‑October.
Residents should drink plenty of water, stay in shade, and use fans or air‑conditioning.
Prolonged heat can affect crop production and may influence food prices.
The weather department will change the alert to green when conditions improve.
Temperatures are expected to reach around 38 °C, about 4‑5 °C higher than the usual October average.
The warning follows the end of the southwest monsoon, leading to hotter and drier conditions.
Officials advise staying hydrated, avoiding prolonged sun exposure, and monitoring health updates as the heat persists.
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