India, July 23 -- Heavy rains continue to lash over Mumbai and neighbouring regions amid the monsoon season. For Wednesday, the India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for various Maharashtra districts.

As per the IMD, an orange alert has been issued for Raigad, Mumbai, Thane, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg and Palghar. Due to the heavy rains in the city, Mumbai Traffic Police has also announced the closure of Andheri Subway due to severe waterlogging.

For Raigad, Mumbai, Thane, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg and Palghar districts of Maharashtra, the IMD has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall on Wednesday.

Reports have also stated that the Ghatkopar stretch and nearby areas will consistently get moderate to heavy rains till at least...