As Mumbaikars drive out of town to enjoy an extended weekend, thanks to Independence Day, here’s a quick reminder to not let caution take a backseat.

The monsoon promises relatively good weather and lush greenery, and we are bound to see several picnickers at scenic water bodies on the outskirts of the city and beyond. The usual haunts are Lonavla, Khandala and Pune, since these places are just hours away from the metropolis. However, a report in this paper said yesterday, that the Pune Rural Police (PRP) have appealed to tourists to avoid Lonavla and Khandala because the heavy rainfall, which can lead to flooding, landslides and low visibility.