Mumbai, known as the ‘Maximum City,’ experienced a deluge of heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours, leading to widespread waterlogging and severe traffic congestion across the city and adjacent regions. The situation intensified on Saturday night and continued into Sunday morning, causing significant disruption to daily life.
In response to the heavy rainfall, the Regional Meteorological Department (RMC) issued a yellow alert for Mumbai and Palghar, while the India Meteorological Department (IMD) declared a red alert for four districts in Maharashtra, urging residents to exercise caution. Visuals captured by news agency ANI showcased the severity of the waterlogging in residential areas of Bhiwandi and Thane.
The IMD issued a red alert for heavy showers in the districts of Satara, Kolhapur, Sindhudurg, and Ratnagiri, highlighting the potential for extreme rainfall in these areas. Thane, Raigad, and Pune are also under an orange alert, indicating the likelihood of heavy rainfall in those regions.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall in the city and its suburbs, with the possibility of extremely heavy rainfall in isolated locations. Additionally, the BMC forecasted occasional winds at speeds of 45 to 55 kilometers per hour.
High tide warnings were also issued for Mumbai, with tides reaching 3.17 meters at 5:22 a.m. and 3.52 meters at 5:14 p.m. Low tides are expected at 2.35 meters at 10:47 a.m. and 1.60 meters at 11:57 p.m. The average rainfall recorded between Saturday and Sunday is 115.81 mm.
The IMD forecast for Sunday predicts moderate to intense spells of rain at isolated places in the districts of Mumbai, Sindhudurg, and the Ghat areas of Pune. The heavy rainfall continues to pose a significant challenge to the city and the affected districts, prompting authorities to remain vigilant and ensure the safety of residents.
