Mumbai Weather: Orange Alert issued, delayed trains, flight & more

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Mumbai and surrounding areas, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall on Monday and Tuesday. This follows three consecutive days of intense showers, after weekend rains caused severe waterlogging, traffic jams, and disruptions in local train services.

As the downpours persist, areas like Borivali, Thane, and Colaba are on high alert. The city is set to experience moderate to heavy showers, accompanied by gusty winds, ensuring a wet and gloomy start to the week.

On Saturday, Mumbai was under a Red Alert, with some areas recording over 200 mm of rain. Tragically, two people lost their lives in a landslide in Vikhroli, while flooding caused delays in flights and trains. The BMC issued an update, warning of moderate to heavy rain, with gusty winds expected in the evening. Heavy rainfall affected CSMT and Wadala stations, stranding commuters, and delaying Central and Harbour locals. Traffic snarls were reported on the Western Express Highway, with waterlogging in low-lying areas like Nalasopara.

The BMC has issued an update on high-tide timings for the city today, warning of moderate to heavy rain in both the city and suburbs. The civic body also forecasted the possibility of very heavy rainfall, along with gusty winds, towards the evening.

Airlines like IndiGo and Akasa Air issued advisories, urging caution for airport travel.

The city has already received 64% of its average annual rainfall, with eastern suburbs recording the highest (1,534 mm). The IMD predicts moderate to heavy showers until August 20, with temperatures steady at 27°C (max) and 24°C (min). A Red Alert has also been sounded for parts of Maharashtra, including Pune, Kolhapur, and Satara, where extreme rainfall is expected. Authorities urge caution as more downpours threaten further disruptions.