Mumbaikars were on Tuesday seen shielding themselves from scorching heat as Maharashtra continue to experiencing unstable weather, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting light to heavy rainfall and thundershowers across several regions, even as some areas grapple with extreme heat and humidity on Tuesday. (PICS/ SATEJ SHINDE)

As temperatures soar in Mumbai and its neighbouring districts under an IMD yellow alert, birds and domestic animals are facing severe heat stress, with many collapsing from dehydration and exhaustion. PICS/BY SPECIAL ARRANGMENT