Heavy rain causes Mumbai to issue a red alert, leading to school closures and extensive flooding.
Mumbai is currently experiencing misty conditions with a maximum temperature of around 28°C and a minimum of 27°C [1][3]. The city is under a heavy rain alert, with a red warning issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), indicating intense to very intense rainfall spells accompanied by gusty winds [4]. Waterlogging and disruptions in traffic and local train services are reported, with multiple cancellations due to heavy waterlogging [2][4].
Other parts of Maharashtra are also experiencing heavy rain. A red alert has been issued for Thane, Palghar, Raigad, and Ratnagiri districts, indicating heavy to very heavy rainfall with thunderstorms and gusty winds [2][4]. Pune is experiencing heavy rains as well, with a red alert in place for the Ghat areas [2].
Advisories for Travelers
Airlines have issued advisories for passengers, warning about delays and disruptions in air traffic due to waterlogging. Travelers are advised to stay updated through airline websites or mobile apps and to allow extra time for commuting [4].
Local train services have been disrupted due to waterlogging, with multiple cancellations. Travelers are advised to avoid low-lying or flood-prone areas and to stay indoors during heavy rainfall [2][4].
Residents and travelers are cautioned to be prepared for traffic congestion and disruptions in services due to the heavy rainfall across the region [2][4].
Weather Forecast
The IMD has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall in Mumbai till August 20 and August 23 according to its citywise forecast [5]. The Konkan and Goa, and Vidarbha regions have been put on red alerts for today and tomorrow [2]. The red alert is also in place for Borivali, Thane, Kalyan, Mulund, Powai, Santa Cruz, Chembur, Worli, Navi Mumbai, and Colaba [4].
Heavy to very heavy showers are expected in Mumbai today [2]. Schools in Mumbai have been closed due to heavy rain [6]. Several other parts of Maharashtra have been put under red, yellow, and orange alerts [2].
Mumbai's maximum temperature will hover around 26.5°C and minimum around 24°C today [3].
[1] https://www.bmc.gov.in/weather-forecast [2] https://www.indiaweather.org.in/mumbai-weather-forecast [3] https://www.bmc.gov.in/temperature [4] https://www.indigo.in/travel-info/weather-alert/ [5] https://www.imd.gov.in/forecasting/regional/mumbai.html [6] https://www.bmc.gov.in/school-holidays
- Despite the ongoing heavy rain in Mumbai, local travelers should take precautions and be aware of disrupted train services and potential traffic congestion due to waterlogging.
- India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Pune's Ghat areas, and various parts of Maharashtra, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall with thunderstorms and gusty winds in the coming days.
- Following the red alert, cricket matches and general news broadcasts in India might face cancellations or be interrupted due to the inclement weather, possibly prompting weather-forecasting updates during crime-and-justice segments.
