Thane: Mumbai city and its adjoining areas including Thane received light rains on Friday morning.  According to the Met department forecast, showers along with thunderstorms are likely for the next few days starting Friday covering coastal parts of Maharashtra, Kolhapur, Pune, and parts of Marathwada and Chandrapur.

The next 48 to 72 hours are crucial as these areas may receive thunderstorms and showers which may affect rabi crops as well as mango production in the coastal region said the official.

More details to be added.