Teams from BMC, NDRF and other agencies have been deployed at the site and are carrying out rescue operations
The weather department claimed that rainfall activity is expected to gradually reduce from July 9 onwards
Mumbai has so far recorded 'one month's rain quota in just four days', CM Devendra Fadnavis said on Monday
The latest incident has reignited concerns over civic preparedness and accountability, with citizens questioning why open or displaced manhole covers continue to claim lives
The fall of a massive peepal tree onto a school bus in Mumbai's Chembur claimed the life of Class VII student Vihaan Shrivastava, and injured four other children
Mumbai rains have caused significant waterlogging across the city, disrupting daily life and traffic. Heavy showers in the city have led to flooding in low-lying areas such as Andheri, Dadar, and Bandra, prompting the closure of the Andheri subway
While Mumbai has experienced a few pre-monsoon showers and cloudy spells, the sustained, city-soaking rain that signals the true arrival of the monsoon remains elusive
BMC officials informed CM Devendra Fadnavis of the status of the pumping stations during a monsoon preparation review meeting
In his letter to the state governor, senior NCP leader Jayant Patil has stated that farmers across Marathwada—and other districts like Solapur and Jalgaon—have totally lost their crops
The Solapur-Vijaypur National Highway has also been closed for the second time this week as the overflowing Sina River flooded it, making it dangerous for commuters to use the highway
The Maharashtra government has advised people to stay away from rivers and flood-prone areas, as well as to travel only when necessary
IMD has predicted heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in the state between September 27 and 29
Extremely heavy rains lashed Mumbai, leading to widespread waterlogging, traffic disruptions, and train delays across the city. An IMD red alert is in effect for Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad
Mumbai monsoon forecasting has historically struggled with accuracy due to the city's unique microclimate and complex geography, leading to significant public frustration and preparedness challenges
According to the India Meteorological Department , Vikhroli recorded the highest rainfall at 223.5 mm, followed by Santacruz at 206.6 mm
Mumbai is bracing for more intense rainfall combined with high tide, prompting BMC alerts and caution for citizens
The Andheri subway has now been closed for over 6 hours, while train services have also been disrupted on the Western lines, in addition to disruptions at the Central and Harbour rail lines
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Mumbai is grappling with extremely heavy rainfall and an IMD Red Alert, bringing life to a standstill. The BMC is actively deploying personnel and managing critical services while advising citizens on safety and dispelling rumours.
A flash flood alert has been issued in parts of Mumbai and Konkan by the IMD amid continuous heavy rains, as extremely heavy rainfall is expected to continue till August 19.
Mumbai Police have advised people to avoid non-essential travel and to exercise caution while venturing out
Rain alert has been issued for several areas including Borivali, Malad, Kandivali, Goregaon, Thane, Andheri-Ghatkopar, Kurla and Chembur
The island city received an average rainfall of 95 mm, while the eastern and western suburbs recorded 58 and 75 mm rainfall, respectively.
India Meteorological Department predicts more rainfall, issues orange alert for Mumbai and suburban areas
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