Mumbai Rains: Heavy downpour continues to lash city, NDRF rescues 1,300 people
5 years, 4 months ago

Mumbai Rains: Heavy downpour continues to lash city, NDRF rescues 1,300 people

India TV News  

Heavy rains continued to lash Mumbai and the entire coastal Konkan region on Wednesday, with waterlogging reported from many areas and authorities advising people to remain indoors. Around 1,300 people were evacuated by the National Disaster Response Force teams from Bail Bazar in Kurla, where water levels reached four-five feet owing to the flooded Mithi river nearby. Many low-lying areas in the city, including Sion, Wadala, Dadar, Parel, Kings Circle, Matunga, Chunabhatti and suburbs Andheri, Jogeshwari, Santacruz, Malad, Borivali, Mulund, Bhandup, Kanjurmar, Vikhroli, Kurla and surrounding areas were flooded with one or three feet and more water. Water rushed inside several Ganesh pandals in the city and the suburbs, compelling the BrihanMumbai Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Samanvay Samiti President Naresh Dahibavkar to issue a precautionary appeal.

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Mumbai rain: IMD upgrades warning to 'yellow'; orange alert issued for Palghar, Raigad
3 months, 1 week ago

Mumbai rain: IMD upgrades warning to 'yellow'; orange alert issued for Palghar, Raigad

Hindustan Times  

The India Meteorological Department on Friday upgraded its weather alert for Mumbai, issuing a yellow alert for the city until 8am. An orange alert was issued for the adjoining districts of Palghar and Raigad, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds in isolated areas. However, in Raigad district, local authorities have ordered the closure of schools …

Weather updates: Rain lashes Mumbai; IMD issues heavy rainfall alerts for Maharashtra, Himachal and these states
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Weather updates: Rain lashes Mumbai; IMD issues heavy rainfall alerts for Maharashtra, Himachal and these states

Hindustan Times  

The India Meteorological Department issued an ‘orange’ alert on Friday predicting heavy rainfall in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Uttarakhand, east Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal, predicting very heavy rainfall. “Heavy to very Heavy rainfall with extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places very likely over Madhya Maharashtra on September 27, and isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall on September 28,” it …

Four dead and flights cancelled as Mumbai gets flooding red alert after heavy rains
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Four dead and flights cancelled as Mumbai gets flooding red alert after heavy rains

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy At least four people are …

Why Mumbai went under water on Wednesday: Storm water drains, construction debris to blame
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Why Mumbai went under water on Wednesday: Storm water drains, construction debris to blame

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: On Wednesday, torrential rains brought the city to its knees once again. Water-logged roads and train tracks, overflowing storm water drains and choked traffic led to a nightmarish situation despite the fact that the BMC and railways do stringent pre-monsoon checks every year. Two Central Railway officials said that the culverts and drainage system parallel to the rail lines …

IMD issues red alert for Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat amid heavy rain; monsoon to retract by Oct 5
3 months, 2 weeks ago

IMD issues red alert for Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat amid heavy rain; monsoon to retract by Oct 5

Hindustan Times  

In its latest forecast, the India Meteorological Department said that heavy to extremely rainfall will continue throughout the day in the western coastal states of the country, issuing a red alert for areas in Maharashtra, Konkan Goa and Gujarat for Thursday. Senior IMD scientist Naresh Kumar said that since the cyclonic circulation has moved westward, heavy rains will continue today …

Mumbai Rain: City drowns, 14 flights diverted, schools shut, Palghar on red alert
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Mumbai Rain: City drowns, 14 flights diverted, schools shut, Palghar on red alert

Hindustan Times  

MUMBAI: Starting in the evening, heavy rains lashed Mumbai, touching over 200 mm in the eastern suburbs. Sep 25, 2024: Heavy rain continued to several parts of Mumbai city and suburbs, as the India Meteorological Department issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall in Mumbai and Thane. Between 5 pm to 10 pm, several spots in the eastern suburbs recorded …

Mumbai Rain: Waterlogging In Several Areas, Schools & Colleges Closed Today Amid Red Alert Warning
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Mumbai Rain: Waterlogging In Several Areas, Schools & Colleges Closed Today Amid Red Alert Warning

News 18  

Heavy rain lashed Mumbai and surrounding areas on Wednesday following which the India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for the city and its neighbouring districts until Thursday. In light of the heavy rain, all schools and colleges in Mumbai were declared closed on Thursday, 26 September 2024, for the safety of students. pic.twitter.com/OZpuMnPFGI — ANI September 25, 2024 Officials …

Rains return to Mumbai after long break, red alert for city and neighbouring districts
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Rains return to Mumbai after long break, red alert for city and neighbouring districts

New Indian Express  

MUMBAI: After a long gap, heavy rains battered Mumbai on Wednesday, inundating low-lying areas, halting local trains in their tracks and forcing the diversion of at least 14 incoming flights. The India Meteorological Department upgraded its orange alert for Mumbai city and its neighbouring districts to a red alert, valid till 8:30 am on Thursday. As per BMC data, the …

Gujarat Floods: Heavy Rain Disrupts Livelihood, Watch Big Updates If The Hour Only On ABP News
4 months, 1 week ago

Gujarat Floods: Heavy Rain Disrupts Livelihood, Watch Big Updates If The Hour Only On ABP News

ABP News  

Heavy rains continue to wreak havoc in Gujarat, leading to flood-like conditions in several districts as rivers overflow. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Thursday, predicting extremely heavy rainfall in parts of Saurashtra and Kutch. Along the Gujarat coast, bordering Pakistan and the northeastern and east-central Arabian Sea, winds could reach 55 to 65 km/h. The …

Gujarat Flood: Devastating Deluge Engulfs Everything from Ahmedabad to Rajkot | ABP News
4 months, 1 week ago

Gujarat Flood: Devastating Deluge Engulfs Everything from Ahmedabad to Rajkot | ABP News

ABP News  

In Gujarat, relentless heavy rains over the past 48 hours have shattered several records, leading to severe flooding in more than a dozen districts. The downpour has been so intense that it has disrupted normal life, causing rivers to overflow and submerging several areas. The National Disaster Response Force has deployed 13 teams, while the State Disaster Response Force has …

IMD alerts of heavy rain in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa
4 months, 2 weeks ago

IMD alerts of heavy rain in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa

Hindustan Times  

The India Meteorological Department on Monday issued a warning that Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Goa would experience heavy to extremely heavy rain over the next 2-3 days. The IMD on Monday warned that for the next 2-3 days heavy rains woud be experienced Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Goa A depression over northwest Madhya Pradesh and east …

Gujarat: Heavy rainfall floods low-lying areas in parts of state; IMD issues ‘red alert’
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Gujarat: Heavy rainfall floods low-lying areas in parts of state; IMD issues ‘red alert’

Hindustan Times  

Amid heavy rainfall over the past two days, parts of Gujarat have been inundated, displacing hundreds of affected residents to safer locations. The weather department predicts a ‘heavy to very heavy’ rain in several areas, with isolated instances of ‘extremely heavy’ rainfall expected in the south Gujarat districts of Vadodara, Surat, Bharuch, Navsari, Valsad, as well as in Amreli and …

Mumbai Rains Updates: IMD Predicts Heavy Showers, Issues Yellow Alert; Schools Closed In Raigad
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Mumbai Rains Updates: IMD Predicts Heavy Showers, Issues Yellow Alert; Schools Closed In Raigad

News 18  

Mumbai Rains LIVE: Orange Rain Alert for 8 Maharashtra Districts on Saturday; Yellow One for Mumbai The India Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Pune and Satara districts of Maharashtra for Saturday, indicating possibility of heavy to very heavy showers, while Mumbai saw a lull in rain activity on Friday. Mumbai Rains Live Updates: Heavy …

Mumbai Rains 2024: Echoes of July 26, 2005 Deluge? Remembering the Past, Facing the Present
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Mumbai Rains 2024: Echoes of July 26, 2005 Deluge? Remembering the Past, Facing the Present

News 18  

ON THIS DAY IN 2005: The people of Mumbai remember the year 2005 for what was a devastating monsoon season. WATCH: When Rain Brought Mumbai To A Standstill Meanwhile on July 25, 2024, India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for Mumbai, Pune and Raigad district where heavy to very heavy rainfall has been predicted in the coming 24 hours. …

Delhi-NCR rains: Heavy downpour lashes parts of city, IMD issues alert for more showers
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi-NCR rains: Heavy downpour lashes parts of city, IMD issues alert for more showers

India TV News  

Delhi NCR rains: The national capital woke up to heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms in the early hours today, bringing relief from the persistently humid weather. Traffic jams in areas of national capital After heavy rainfall this morning, Delhi faced traffic jams in various areas due to waterlogging. Light to moderate rainfall expected Along with this, Delhi areas like Seemapuri, …

Maharashtra Rains: 4 Dead In Pune, Mumbai On Red Alert As Heavy Rainfall Continues; CM Shinde Monitors Situation
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra Rains: 4 Dead In Pune, Mumbai On Red Alert As Heavy Rainfall Continues; CM Shinde Monitors Situation

News 18  

Maharashtra Rains LIVE: Class 10, 12 Supplementary Exams Postponed In State The Maharashtra State Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education has postponed the Class 10 and 12 supplementary board examinations amid heavy rainfall in the state. Maharashtra Rains LIVE: Govt Asks Karnataka To Release More Water From Almatti Dam To Avoid Flooding In view of heavy rainfall in parts …

Maharashtra Rain Highlights: Schools and colleges will operate normally today
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra Rain Highlights: Schools and colleges will operate normally today

Hindustan Times  

Maharashtra Rain News Highlights: The India Meteorological Department issued a ‘red’ alert for Mumbai, Thane, Palghar and Raigad for Thursday in its 1pm forecast, after incessant overnight rainfall in several parts of Maharashtra. As Maharashtra deals with the impact of ongoing heavy rains, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde reviewed the situation on Tuesday. The Chief Minister contacted the Raigad collector, instructing …

Heavy rainfall disrupts Mumbai; flight operations affected
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Heavy rainfall disrupts Mumbai; flight operations affected

Hindustan Times  

Heavy rainfall in Mumbai caused significant disruptions at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, affecting flight operations. Air India promptly issued an advisory via social media, informing passengers that flights to and from Mumbai could be delayed due to the severe weather. The heavy rainfall have also affected railway services, with the Panvel-Chouk line suspended since 09:42 AM due to flooding. …

Maharashtra rains: NDRF, Army pressed in Pune, flight services hit, 400 people evacuated from low lying areas
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra rains: NDRF, Army pressed in Pune, flight services hit, 400 people evacuated from low lying areas

India TV News  

Maharashtra Rains: About 400 people were evacuated to safety on Thursday following flooding in Sinhagad Road and some other areas along the riverbank in Pune city due to incessant rains, officials said. "So far 400 people from the Sinhagad Road area have been shifted to safety," said Suhas Divsae, district collector. Army personnel were helping with relief operations in Ekta …

Weather update: IMD issues yellow alert for Delhi, Mumbai; predicts heavy rainfall in Maharashtra, Gujarat, UP
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Weather update: IMD issues yellow alert for Delhi, Mumbai; predicts heavy rainfall in Maharashtra, Gujarat, UP

Live Mint  

Weather today: The India Meteorological Department has predicted heavy rainfall in several states on Wednesday. The weather forecasting agency has also issued a yellow alert for Mumbai and Delhi for Wednesday, indicating heavy rainfall. Yellow alert in Delhi The IMD on Tuesday issued a yellow alert for Delhi for the next two days, warning of moderate to heavy rainfall in …

Mumbai rains: IMD issues heavy showers alert, traffic snarls and local trains delayed
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Mumbai rains: IMD issues heavy showers alert, traffic snarls and local trains delayed

India TV News  

Mumbai rains: The India Meteorological Department issued a warning of heavy rain in the areas of Mumbai and Thane. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has also forecasted the possibility of heavy to very heavy rains at isolated parts of the city and suburbs. Earlier, the Mumbai Police issued an advisory asking citizens to avoid coastal areas due to the heavy rainfall …

Maharashtra: IMD issues red alert for Satara, Ratnagiri; rains continue to lash Mumbai, orange alert issued
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Maharashtra: IMD issues red alert for Satara, Ratnagiri; rains continue to lash Mumbai, orange alert issued

Live Mint  

The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in Maharashtra's Satara and Ratnagiri district. The Regional Meteorological Centre in Mumbai in its latest forecast said, “Moderate to heavy rain in city and suburbs with possibility of very heavy rain at isolated places. Maximum and minimum temperatures will be around 28°C and 24°C.” …

After Monday’s mellowed showers, rains to again gather pace from Wednesday
5 months, 2 weeks ago

After Monday’s mellowed showers, rains to again gather pace from Wednesday

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: A day after pockets of the city were lashed by a 200 mm downpour, rain activity mellowed down on Monday amid a yellow alert sounded by the India Meteorological Department. After Monday’s mellowed showers, rains to again gather pace from Wednesday Three teams of the National Disaster Response Force have been deployed across the city to tackle any situation …

Gateway of India flooded as heavy rains lash Mumbai, old video goes viral: Watch
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Gateway of India flooded as heavy rains lash Mumbai, old video goes viral: Watch

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai residents woke up to heavy rain for the second consecutive day. Amid this, an old video from the Gateway of India is going viral on social media, showing the iconic landmark flooded. The old video, which was shared on X, shows powerful waves crashing on the Gateway of India in Mumbai. People of Mumbai, please stay safe from these …

Mumbai rains: Mumbai hit by 100 mm rainfall in 12 hrs: Local train services partially affected, flights diverted
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Mumbai rains: Mumbai hit by 100 mm rainfall in 12 hrs: Local train services partially affected, flights diverted

The Hindu  

Mumbai and its suburbs received over 100 mm of rainfall in 12 hours till 8 p.m. on Sunday, inundating roads in many areas, diverting flights, and briefly affecting local train traffic between Dadar and Matunga stations due to water-logging. The island city recorded 101 mm of rainfall in 12 hours from 8 a.m., while eastern and western suburbs received a …

Rescue services on alert as rain pounds Maharashtra’s coastline; flights diverted
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Rescue services on alert as rain pounds Maharashtra’s coastline; flights diverted

The Hindu  

Emergency services are on high alert in Maharashtra’s coastal belt following heavy rains in the Mumbai and Konkan regions on Sunday. According to the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Sunday, Mumbai city received 100 mm rainfall, the eastern suburbs 118 mm, and the western suburbs 110 mm. The Mumbai Police have issued an …

Mumbai hit by 100 mm rainfall in 10 hrs: Local train services partially affected, flights diverted
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Mumbai hit by 100 mm rainfall in 10 hrs: Local train services partially affected, flights diverted

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai, Mumbai and its suburbs received over 100 mm of rainfall in ten hours till Sunday evening, inundating roads in many areas, diverting flights, and affecting local train traffic on a Central Railway section between Dadar and Matunga stations due to water-logging. HT Image Mumbai city recorded 100 mm of rainfall in ten hours between 8 AM and 6 PM, …

More heavy showers expected in Mumbai, IMD issues warning for Himachal, other states
5 months, 2 weeks ago

More heavy showers expected in Mumbai, IMD issues warning for Himachal, other states

Hindustan Times  

Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in Mumbai over the next four to five days for even as intense showers continue to lash the city amid an "orange alert" for the Konkan region, the Indian Meteorological Department said on Sunday. Heavy rainfall continues at isolated places and the weather agency has issued an “yellow alert” specifically for Mumbai city …

City received over 100mm of rain on Saturday, yellow alert to continue
5 months, 2 weeks ago

City received over 100mm of rain on Saturday, yellow alert to continue

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: With bountiful showers, several places in the city received over 100mm of rain between 8am and 6pm on Saturday. On average in the duration, the city received 63.56mm, the eastern suburbs at 49.68mm, and the eastern suburbs at 38.18mm. In the same period, the average rain the city received was 90.56mm, the eastern suburbs were at 87.14mm, and the …

Mumbai rains: Incessant rain with intermittent heavy spells led to disruption in public transport
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Mumbai rains: Incessant rain with intermittent heavy spells led to disruption in public transport

The Hindu  

Heavy downpours since early morning hit railway and bus services in Mumbai on July 19, causing inconvenience to lakhs of office-goers. Incessant rain with intermittent heavy spells led to waterlogging on some roads and railway tracks, slowing down the public transport services. A railway official said water has accumulated on tracks at Chunabhatti on the Harbour line due to heavy …

Rain Lashes Parts Of Mumbai, IMD Issues 'Yellow' Alert
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Rain Lashes Parts Of Mumbai, IMD Issues 'Yellow' Alert

News 18  

Parts of Mumbai received heavy downpour on Thursday morning leading to waterlogging and traffic chaos in parts of city and its suburban areas. The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a ‘yellow’ alert for Mumbai as it is expected to receive moderate to heavy rainfall at isolated places, with a maximum temperature and minimum temperature to be likely around 30 degree …

Heavy Rainfall Likely In Mumbai, Thane Today, Assam's Flood Situation Improving
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Heavy Rainfall Likely In Mumbai, Thane Today, Assam's Flood Situation Improving

News 18  

Maharashtra has been experiencing heavy rainfall for the past couple of days, and intense rainfall is expected to continue as the India Meteorological Department has predicted more showers at isolated places across the state. Meanwhile, the weather forecasting department said heavy spells of rain is very likely to occur at isolated places over Mumbai, Mumbai Suburban, Sindhudurg, Thane in the …

Heavy Rains Trigger Mumbai Traffic Chaos; IMD Warns of More Heavy Showers, Issues Yellow Alert
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Heavy Rains Trigger Mumbai Traffic Chaos; IMD Warns of More Heavy Showers, Issues Yellow Alert

News 18  

Mumbai experienced severe waterlogging in multiple areas on Sunday following heavy overnight rain. IMD has issued a yellow alert for Mumbai and forecasted heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places in the city. Intense rainspell triggered traffic jams at several places including areas adjoining Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. #WATCH Maharashtra: Traffic jam seen on Western Express Highway amid …

IndiGo issues travel advisory for Mumbai as flights impacted due to heavy rain
5 months, 4 weeks ago

IndiGo issues travel advisory for Mumbai as flights impacted due to heavy rain

Hindustan Times  

IndiGo Airlines on Friday issued a travel advisory asking all passengers to check their flight status as Mumbai was facing air traffic congestion amid heavy rainfall lashing the city. Representational image: Indigo airlines posted on X asking their passengers to keep an eye on their flight status as Mumbai is facing air traffic congestion “Flights are impacted due to heavy …

Mumbai rains: Heavy rains lash Mumbai; public transport services experience delays
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Mumbai rains: Heavy rains lash Mumbai; public transport services experience delays

The Hindu  

Incessant rains with intermittent spells of moderate to heavy showers since Friday morning have slowed down public transport services and traffic in Mumbai. Several parts of the country’s financial capital received more than 15 mm of rainfall between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. Due to heavy rains, low-lying areas such as Sion saw waterlogging prompting the authorities to divert road …

Mumbai grapples with heavy rainfall, flooded roads; IMD issues ‘orange’ alert for weekend
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Mumbai grapples with heavy rainfall, flooded roads; IMD issues ‘orange’ alert for weekend

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai experienced heavy showers on Friday morning, with the rain expected to persist throughout the day, according to the India Meteorological Department. An ‘orange alert’ has been issued for Saturday, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated locations in Mumbai. Possibility of very heavy rainfall at isolated places.” The recorded 24-hour rainfall figures from BMC automatic weather stations are …

IMD issues orange alert for city on Saturday
5 months, 4 weeks ago

IMD issues orange alert for city on Saturday

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Heavy rain is set to make a comeback in the city on Saturday with an orange alert predicting heavy to very heavy rains in isolated areas. Then, rains may slow down slightly, but a yellow alert persists till Monday.” Between 8:30am on Wednesday to Thursday, Colaba recorded 59mm of rainfall. In the 12 hours till 8:30pm on Thursday, areas …

Mumbai lashed by half of London’s annual rainfall in just six hours as city comes to standstill
6 months ago

Mumbai lashed by half of London’s annual rainfall in just six hours as city comes to standstill

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A burst of exceptionally heavy rainfall has inundated the streets of Mumbai, bringing India’s financial …

Mumbai Rains Updates: Runway Operations At CSMI Airport Suspended; Schools, Colleges Closed On Tuesday Amid 'Yellow Alert' Warning
6 months ago

Mumbai Rains Updates: Runway Operations At CSMI Airport Suspended; Schools, Colleges Closed On Tuesday Amid 'Yellow Alert' Warning

News 18  

Mumbai Rains LIVE Updates: Latest News On Mumbai Airport, Weather Conditions & More Don’t miss out on today’s LIVE updates on Mumbai Rains. Mumbai Rains Live Updates: Runway Operations At Mumbai Airport Temporarily Suspended Due To Heavy Rain, Over 50 Flights Cancelled Due to heavy rains in Mumbai for the last 24 hours, runway operations at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International …

Heavy rainfall disrupts normal life in Maharashtra
6 months ago

Heavy rainfall disrupts normal life in Maharashtra

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: Heavy rains in Mumbai, the coastal districts and parts of western Maharashtra and Vidarbha on Monday disrupted normal life, leading to the cancellation of trains, adjournment of the legislative assembly, closure of schools and colleges and precautionary measures being put in place to avert any mishaps and accidents. Chief minister Eknath Shinde, who held a review meeting at the …

Waterlogging brings Mumbai to halt, shuts Andheri, Milan, Khar subways
6 months ago

Waterlogging brings Mumbai to halt, shuts Andheri, Milan, Khar subways

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: The downpour in the city on the intervening night of Sunday and Monday and the resultant waterlogging put paid to Mumbaikars’ hopes of beginning the new week on a firm footing. “Most of my neighbours couldn’t leave their homes, but since they didn’t have a work from home option, they had to take leave.” Water also entered some houses, …

As Mumbai faces deluge, Maharashtra CM assures high priority help to citizens
6 months ago

As Mumbai faces deluge, Maharashtra CM assures high priority help to citizens

The Hindu  

On behalf of the India Meteorological Department, a red alert has been issued for Mumbai Metropolis. CM assures to help citizen on high priority Highest priority was being accorded to helping citizens, and all systems were on a 24-hour alert, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde said. ‘Monsoon mismanagement’ Criticising the mismanagement of the monsoon by the State government and the …

Mumbai airport operations hit due to heavy rain, 50 flights diverted, cancelled | Check advisories
6 months ago

Mumbai airport operations hit due to heavy rain, 50 flights diverted, cancelled | Check advisories

Hindustan Times  

Heavy rainfall and low visibility on Monday severely affected flight operations at the Mumbai airport. Mumbai airport operations hit due to heavy rains The airport authorities have also informed that priority is being given to arrivals, and consequential changes were made to accommodate diverted flights, leading to delayed departures. Meanwhile, SpiceJet wrote: “Traffic congestion and slow vehicle movement are expected …

WATCH: Mumbai rain throws life out of gear, trains stranded, flights delayed; no respite this week
6 months ago

WATCH: Mumbai rain throws life out of gear, trains stranded, flights delayed; no respite this week

Firstpost  

As many as 51 flights to and from Mumbai were cancelled till 11 am on Monday, while 27 planes were diverted to Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Indore. Heavy rains have forced schools in the city to declare holiday on July 8 BMC workers cleaning waterlogged street in Mumbai after heavy rains lashed the city on Monday. “In light of the inclement weather …

In photos: Mumbai waterlogged, local train services hit after heavy rain
6 months ago

In photos: Mumbai waterlogged, local train services hit after heavy rain

Hindustan Times  

In photos: Mumbai waterlogged, local train services hit after heavy rain Heavy rain lashed Mumbai city causing widespread waterlogging affecting vehicular traffic. 2 / 8 View Photos in a new improved layout India Meteorological Department has predicted that heavy rain will continue in Mumbai and other parts of Maharashtra for the next 3 days, till July 10. Commuters are seen …

Mumbai Rains: Over 300mm of downpour paralyses city, authorities scramble to restore order
6 months ago

Mumbai Rains: Over 300mm of downpour paralyses city, authorities scramble to restore order

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: The city was brought to a standstill on Monday as over 300 millimetres of rainfall lashed the city within six hours, from 1 am to 7 am. HT Photo Raju Shinde The downpour caused severe water logging, impeding traffic movement at key locations including the south-bound elevated airport road, King Circle Matunga, Kurla depot, Dadar TT, Hindmata junction, Ram …

Mumbai Rains: Memes Flood the Internet as Heavy Downpour Waterlogs the City
6 months ago

Mumbai Rains: Memes Flood the Internet as Heavy Downpour Waterlogs the City

News 18  

Mumbai was pounded by relentless rain early this morning, with some areas receiving over 300 mm of rainfall in just six hours from 1 am to 7 am. Proof that #MumbaiRains are not always romantic pic.twitter.com/QqK1cCJHrt— Sagarika Choudhary July 8, 2024 Mumbaikars going to the office pic.twitter.com/AS6LXNwT3D— Abhishek July 8, 2024 #MumbaiRainsMumbaikar during rain going to office:Ghar se nikalte hi …

Mumbai’s monsoon woes: Flooded streets, traffic chaos captured in viral posts on X
6 months ago

Mumbai’s monsoon woes: Flooded streets, traffic chaos captured in viral posts on X

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai experienced heavy rainfall, resulting in waterlogging and extensive traffic congestion in various areas. According to the India Meteorological Department, Mumbai is expected to encounter moderate to heavy rainfall throughout today, July 8, with a possibility of thunderstorms at night. Take a look at the posts here: Due to thunderstorms and rain, a tree fell on the tracks on Sunday, …

Mumbai rain updates: Trains cancelled, BEST buses diverted amid waterlogging; holiday for schools | Details
6 months ago

Mumbai rain updates: Trains cancelled, BEST buses diverted amid waterlogging; holiday for schools | Details

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai, the financial capital of India, and its suburbs experienced heavy overnight rainfall, resulting in widespread waterlogging, diversion of BEST buses and cancellation of several trains on Monday, July 8. Mumbai rain: Following trains stand cancelled: 1) 12110 2) 11010 3) 12124 4) 11007 5) 12127 Train services, however, resumed on the Central Line at Sion and Bhandup stations after …

Mumbai rains: Mumbai records over 300mm rainfall in six-hour period; more rains expected
6 months ago

Mumbai rains: Mumbai records over 300mm rainfall in six-hour period; more rains expected

The Hindu  

Mumbaikars woke up to heavy downpours on July 8, disrupting normal life due to severe waterlogging on important routes and low-lying areas leading to traffic jams across the city. At 8 a.m., an official from the railways said, “The Central Railway suburban services were affected due to heavy rains. Now water has receded a bit, so trains are restarting, but …

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