Mumbai: As the monsoon continues to batter Maharashtra, the statewide death toll from rain-related incidents has risen to 22 over the past week as heavy rainfall triggers fresh tragedies, landslides and infrastructure damage across several districts.&nbsp;The latest incident was reported from the Satara district, where four members of a family, including a couple and their two children, died after they were allegedly electrocuted by a live electric wire during heavy rain. The incident has once again highlighted the dangers posed by waterlogged streets and damaged electrical infrastructure during the monsoon season.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/donation-collection-at-famous-maa-baglamukhi-temple-in-madhya-pradesh-comes-under-cloud-probe-ordered-1783506833773">Donation collection at famous Maa Baglamukhi temple in Madhya Pradesh comes under cloud; probe ordered</a>&nbsp;Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident while local officials have urged residents to exercise caution during periods of heavy rainfall.&nbsp;In Pune, another rain-related incident was reported after a building collapsed, prompting rescue teams and civic officials to rush to the site. The incident has renewed concerns over the safety of ageing structures, particularly after days of continuous rainfall that have weakened buildings in several parts of the state. Officials are assessing the structural damage and ensuring nearby buildings are safe.&nbsp;The Western Ghats continue to remain among the worst-hit regions. Mahabaleshwar and adjoining areas in Satara district have witnessed extremely heavy rainfall over the past few days, leading to landslides, road closures, and disruption of normal life. Several routes through the Ghat sections have either been closed temporarily or are being monitored due to the risk of fresh landslides.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nato-unveils-billions-in-arms-deals-after-trump-s-pressure-for-higher-defence-spending-1783428507988">NATO unveils billions in arms deals after Trump’s pressure for higher defence spending</a>&nbsp;Mumbai, which witnessed days of relentless rainfall earlier this week, has seen weather conditions improve. Waterlogging has largely receded, and suburban train services, road traffic, and flight operations have returned to normal. However, civic authorities remain on high alert as the ground remains saturated, increasing the risk of wall collapses, building failures, and tree falls even after the rain intensity has reduced.&nbsp;Several districts, including Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Pune, and parts of western Maharashtra, continue to remain under close watch as rivers flow near warning levels and low-lying areas remain vulnerable to flooding.&nbsp;The India Meteorological Department has forecast further spells of moderate to heavy rainfall in parts of Maharashtra over the coming days. Authorities have advised residents living in landslide-prone areas and near overflowing rivers to remain vigilant and avoid unnecessary travel during periods of intense rainfall.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/telangana-cop-arrested-after-raids-find-disproportionate-assets-worth-rs-300-crore-1783435568416">Telangana cop arrested after raids find disproportionate assets worth Rs 300 crore</a>&nbsp;State disaster response teams, the National Disaster Response Force and local administrations continue to monitor the situation across affected districts. Rescue personnel remain deployed in vulnerable locations, while civic agencies are inspecting damaged buildings, restoring essential services and clearing roads blocked by landslides and fallen trees.&nbsp;Although rainfall has eased in parts of the state, officials warn that the monsoon threat is far from over. With the soil already saturated and reservoirs, rivers and streams carrying large volumes of water, even short spells of heavy rain could trigger fresh incidents in the days ahead.&nbsp;The administration has appealed to citizens to follow official weather advisories, stay away from flooded areas, avoid touching electrical installations during waterlogging, and report any signs of structural damage to local authorities immediately.

The India Meteorological Department has forecast further spells of moderate to heavy rainfall in parts of Maharashtra. Authorities have advised residents living in landslide-prone areas and near overflowing rivers to remain vigilant and avoid unnecessary travel during intense rainfall.

Mumbai: As the monsoon continues to batter Maharashtra, the statewide death toll from rain-related incidents has risen to 22 over the past week as heavy rainfall triggers fresh tragedies, landslides and infrastructure damage across several districts. The latest incident was reported from the Satara district, where four members of a family, including a couple and their two children, died after they were allegedly electrocuted by a live electric wire during heavy rain. The incident has once again highlighted the dangers posed by waterlogged streets and damaged electrical infrastructure during the monsoon season. Also Read: Donation collection at famous Maa Baglamukhi temple in Madhya Pradesh comes under cloud; probe ordered Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident while local officials have urged residents to exercise caution during periods of heavy rainfall. In Pune, another rain-related incident was reported after a building collapsed, prompting rescue teams and civic officials to rush to the site. The incident has renewed concerns over the safety of ageing structures, particularly after days of continuous rainfall that have weakened buildings in several parts of the state. Officials are assessing the structural damage and ensuring nearby buildings are safe. The Western Ghats continue to remain among the worst-hit regions. Mahabaleshwar and adjoining areas in Satara district have witnessed extremely heavy rainfall over the past few days, leading to landslides, road closures, and disruption of normal life. Several routes through the Ghat sections have either been closed temporarily or are being monitored due to the risk of fresh landslides. Also Read: NATO unveils billions in arms deals after Trump’s pressure for higher defence spending Mumbai, which witnessed days of relentless rainfall earlier this week, has seen weather conditions improve. Waterlogging has largely receded, and suburban train services, road traffic, and flight operations have returned to normal. However, civic authorities remain on high alert as the ground remains saturated, increasing the risk of wall collapses, building failures, and tree falls even after the rain intensity has reduced. Several districts, including Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Pune, and parts of western Maharashtra, continue to remain under close watch as rivers flow near warning levels and low-lying areas remain vulnerable to flooding. The India Meteorological Department has forecast further spells of moderate to heavy rainfall in parts of Maharashtra over the coming days. Authorities have advised residents living in landslide-prone areas and near overflowing rivers to remain vigilant and avoid unnecessary travel during periods of intense rainfall. Also Read: Telangana cop arrested after raids find disproportionate assets worth Rs 300 crore State disaster response teams, the National Disaster Response Force and local administrations continue to monitor the situation across affected districts. Rescue personnel remain deployed in vulnerable locations, while civic agencies are inspecting damaged buildings, restoring essential services and clearing roads blocked by landslides and fallen trees. Although rainfall has eased in parts of the state, officials warn that the monsoon threat is far from over. With the soil already saturated and reservoirs, rivers and streams carrying large volumes of water, even short spells of heavy rain could trigger fresh incidents in the days ahead. The administration has appealed to citizens to follow official weather advisories, stay away from flooded areas, avoid touching electrical installations during waterlogging, and report any signs of structural damage to local authorities immediately.

The India Meteorological Department has forecast further spells of moderate to heavy rainfall in parts of Maharashtra. Authorities have advised residents living in landslide-prone areas and near overflowing rivers to remain vigilant and avoid unnecessary travel during intense rainfall.

Maharashtra rains: Death toll reaches 22 as fresh tragedies strike Satara and Pune

Heavy rain continued to batter Mumbai and several parts of Maharashtra on Monday, leaving at least 13 people dead in rain-related incidents over the past week and severely disrupting transport services across the state. Mumbai has reported 10 rain-related deaths in less than a week. The latest major incident was reported from Mankhurd, where six people, including five children, were killed after a ground-plus-three-storey chawl collapsed amid heavy rainfall on Sunday night.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/mumbai-monsoon-torrential-rains-lash-financial-capital-at-least-8-dead-1783311136490/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/mumbai-monsoon-torrential-rains-lash-financial-capital-at-least-8-dead-1783311136490/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;One person was injured, while rescue operations were launched by the Mumbai Fire Brigade, police, BMC ward staff and ambulance teams. Other rain-related deaths in the city include fatalities caused by tree falls, a manhole incident and other localised incidents reported during the spell of intense monsoon showers.&nbsp;In Pune district, at least one person was killed after a landslide in the Maval region, while authorities evacuated several others from affected areas. Heavy rainfall also triggered landslides in the ghat sections, hitting both road and rail connectivity between Mumbai and Pune. Rail traffic on the Mumbai-Pune route was badly affected after a landslide between Karjat and Lonavala in the Bhor Ghat section.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mumbai-rains-landslides-hit-highways-rail-services-schools-shut-as-imd-issues-severe-weather-warning-1783317860608">Maharashtra rains: Landslides hit highways, rail services; schools shut as IMD issues severe weather warning</a>&nbsp;At least 16 long-distance trains were cancelled and nine others diverted after debris blocked the crucial rail corridor. Central Railway suspended services on affected stretches as restoration work continued amid persistent rain. Road movement was also hit, with the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and the old Mumbai-Pune highway temporarily shut after landslides and flooding in the ghat section.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mumbai-on-red-alert-imd-warns-of-extremely-heavy-rain-this-weekend-1783133546552">Mumbai on red alert as IMD warns of heavy rain; severe waterlogging in Gujarat</a>&nbsp;In Mumbai, suburban train services largely remained operational, though localised delays were reported. Flight operations were also affected, with 17 flights cancelled and over 200 delayed at Mumbai airport due to heavy rain and poor weather conditions. The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, Pune and ghat areas of Nashik, warning of intense spells of rain and strong winds. Authorities advised citizens to avoid unnecessary travel, while private offices in Mumbai were urged to allow work from home wherever possible. With more rainfall forecast, disaster response teams remain on alert across Maharashtra.

At least 13 people have died and train services are crippled as relentless monsoon rains batter Mumbai, Pune, and coastal Maharashtra. 

Heavy rain continued to batter Mumbai and several parts of Maharashtra on Monday, leaving at least 13 people dead in rain-related incidents over the past week and severely disrupting transport services across the state. Mumbai has reported 10 rain-related deaths in less than a week. The latest major incident was reported from Mankhurd, where six people, including five children, were killed after a ground-plus-three-storey chawl collapsed amid heavy rainfall on Sunday night. https://www.wionews.com/videos/mumbai-monsoon-torrential-rains-lash-financial-capital-at-least-8-dead-1783311136490/embed One person was injured, while rescue operations were launched by the Mumbai Fire Brigade, police, BMC ward staff and ambulance teams. Other rain-related deaths in the city include fatalities caused by tree falls, a manhole incident and other localised incidents reported during the spell of intense monsoon showers. In Pune district, at least one person was killed after a landslide in the Maval region, while authorities evacuated several others from affected areas. Heavy rainfall also triggered landslides in the ghat sections, hitting both road and rail connectivity between Mumbai and Pune. Rail traffic on the Mumbai-Pune route was badly affected after a landslide between Karjat and Lonavala in the Bhor Ghat section. Also read: Maharashtra rains: Landslides hit highways, rail services; schools shut as IMD issues severe weather warning At least 16 long-distance trains were cancelled and nine others diverted after debris blocked the crucial rail corridor. Central Railway suspended services on affected stretches as restoration work continued amid persistent rain. Road movement was also hit, with the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and the old Mumbai-Pune highway temporarily shut after landslides and flooding in the ghat section. Also read: Mumbai on red alert as IMD warns of heavy rain; severe waterlogging in Gujarat In Mumbai, suburban train services largely remained operational, though localised delays were reported. Flight operations were also affected, with 17 flights cancelled and over 200 delayed at Mumbai airport due to heavy rain and poor weather conditions. The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert for Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, Pune and ghat areas of Nashik, warning of intense spells of rain and strong winds. Authorities advised citizens to avoid unnecessary travel, while private offices in Mumbai were urged to allow work from home wherever possible. With more rainfall forecast, disaster response teams remain on alert across Maharashtra.

At least 13 people have died and train services are crippled as relentless monsoon rains batter Mumbai, Pune, and coastal Maharashtra.&nbsp;

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Maharashtra rains: Death toll reaches 22 as fresh tragedies strike Satara and Pune

Maharashtra rains: At least 13 dead, trains cancelled as heavy downpour batters