Mumbai is reeling under the heaviest monsoon spell of the season. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Red Alert for Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, and Raigad, warning of severe rainfall, gusty winds up to 65 km/h, and high tide threats. The city has recorded over 500 mm of rainfall in just 84 hours, disrupting daily life across the financial capital.
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Mumbai Rainfall Highlights – Red Alert
- Santacruz logged 238.2 mm rainfall in 24 hours – the highest August figure since 2020.
- Other heavy-hit areas: Kandivali (337 mm), Dadar (300 mm), Chembur (297 mm).
- Low-lying regions such as Hindmata, Andheri, Chembur, and Borivali are facing severe waterlogging.
- Andheri Subway remained closed for more than 6 hours due to flooding.
Transport & Travel Disruptions
- Mumbai Local Trains: Harbour Line between Kurla–CSMT suspended; Central and Western lines facing long delays due to submerged tracks.
- Flights: Several flights delayed, diverted, and rescheduled at Mumbai Airport due to poor visibility and waterlogged approach roads. (Check Indigo flight status and other airlines before traveling.)
- Roads: BEST buses rerouted; heavy traffic jams reported across Sion, Bandra, Dadar, and Eastern Express Highway.
High Tide Alert in Mumbai Today
- First high tide: 9:17 AM
- Second high tide: 8:36 PM (expected at 3.75 m / 12 ft height)
- Tomorrow morning’s tide could rise to 13 ft, which may worsen flooding if heavy rains continue.
- BMC has urged citizens to avoid coastal areas and keep emergency numbers handy.
Schools & Offices Closed
- Schools and colleges across Mumbai remain closed today (19 August 2025).
- BMC has advised private offices to allow Work From Home.
- Public holiday rumors circulated, but officially only schools/colleges are shut.
Accidents & Rescue Operations
- A wall collapse at Napean Sea Road claimed one life.
- An electrocution incident reported in Kanjurmarg.
- Mumbai Police & Fire Brigade rescued schoolchildren stranded in floodwaters.
- At Chembur BMC hospital, patients had to be carried on backs due to knee-deep waterlogging.
Public Appeals & Voices
- Actor Harshvardhan Rane requested citizens to “make your own food today” to reduce pressure on delivery staff.
- Actress Dipika Kakar saluted Mumbai Police for heroic rescue operations.
- CM Devendra Fadnavis urged citizens to remain indoors and follow safety advisories.
Pune Weather & Maharashtra Update
- Heavy rainfall has also hit Pune, Nashik, and Konkan belt.
- IMD forecasts continued heavy rain for the next 72 hours across Maharashtra.
- Red Alerts issued for 9 districts in the state.
Safety Advisory for Citizens
- Avoid unnecessary travel – stay indoors during peak rainfall and high tide.
- Follow updates from BMC & IMD.
- Use helpline 1916 for emergencies.
- Keep drinking water, food, and power backups ready.
Final Word
Mumbai is once again witnessing the wrath of the monsoon. With Red Alerts, high tides, suspended trains, delayed flights, and waterlogging, the city is on high alert. Citizens are urged to remain cautious, stay connected to official updates, and avoid spreading rumors.
Stay tuned to MumbaiNews24.com for the latest live updates on Mumbai rains, travel alerts, IMD forecasts, and safety advisories.
