BMC Debunks Fake Alert on School Closures Amid Rain Warnings

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation refuted claims of closing schools on August 20 due to a fake 'red' alert shared on social media. While a 'red' alert warns of severe weather in Raigad, Mumbai is under an 'orange' alert with expectations of heavy rain in certain areas.

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) dismissed a viral social media message that falsely claimed schools and colleges in Mumbai would close on August 20 due to a 'red' rain alert.

The BMC clarified that it had not announced any such closures via its official channels.

While Raigad faces a 'red' alert, Mumbai has an 'orange' alert indicating heavy rain, but not the severe conditions suggested by the fake message.

(With inputs from agencies.)