Mumbai is reeling under heavy downpour for the fourth day on Wednesday (Aug 20). Daily life has been disrupted due to the rains, with several areas, including Panvel, Dadar, Andheri, and Chembur, inundated and local train services at halt. For Wednesday too, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms. In the last 24 hours, as many as six people lost their lives in rain-related incidents, according to data released by the Maharashtra Disaster Management Department.&nbsp;Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis directed all district agencies to remain on standby to provide immediate relief. He instructed collectors to ensure timely assistance in the event of any loss of life, livestock, or property. He also emphasised that panchnamas for agricultural damage should be completed promptly and that compensation should be provided according to NDRF guidelines.&nbsp;WATCH | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-hats-off-air-india-pilot-earns-praises-for-safely-landing-plane-despite-heavy-rains-in-mumbai-watch-viral-video-1755616696087">Air India pilot earns praises for safely landing plane despite heavy rains in Mumbai&nbsp;</a><h2>What has IMD predicted and advised</h2>It also issued a red alert warning for several districts in Maharashtra, including Thane, Palghar, Raigad, and Ratnagiri, and for Sagar and Balaghat in Madhya Pradesh. The warning includes intense to very intense rainfall, gusty winds (40–50 kmph, gusting up to 60 kmph), and the possibility of thunderstorms. It is valid for the next three hours. The weather department also advised residents in these areas to stay indoors and avoid low-lying or flood-prone areas. For Mumbai particularly, IMD issued an orange alert warning of intense rainfall with winds reaching up to 65 kmph. However, as of 8 am on Wednesday, IMD changed the alert to red for Palghar, Mumbai Suburban, Mumbai city, Thane, Pune and Raigad.&nbsp;

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Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mumbai-submerged-again-the-city-s-devastating-2005-deluge-flood-echoes-amid-continuous-red-alert-for-heavy-rain-what-happened-then-and-now-1755609620692">Mumbai floods déjà vu: Red alerts, heaviest rains on record bring back fears of 2005, 2017 deluge</a><h2>Are schools closed in Mumbai on Wednesday?</h2>The BMC has not yet issued any circular on the closure of educational institutions in Mumbai on Wednesday. However, a fake circular claiming that schools in Mumbai will remain closed on Aug 20 was doing the rounds on social media. In a post on X, the BMC said that it has not issued any such information so far. Meanwhile, Mumbai University rescheduled exams that were to be held today to Aug 23. On the other hand, the Lonavla Municipal Council has decided to shut all schools—both government and private—on August 20 and 21. Nevertheless, Central Railway, Western Railway, and Harbour Railway services, along with 'BEST' transportation, are operating smoothly on Wednesday as of 8 am.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/mumbai-floods-imd-issues-red-alert-for-mumbai-more-rains-expected-gravitas-1755629057818/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/mumbai-floods-imd-issues-red-alert-for-mumbai-more-rains-expected-gravitas-1755629057818/embed</a><h2>Are offices closed in Mumbai on Wednesday?</h2>The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has declared a holiday for all government and semi-government offices, advising private firms to allow work from home, except for essential services. In Mumbai, one person died and three were injured as the city witnessed 500mm of rains since Monday morning. As per a detailed report by the IMD, the highest rainfall was recorded at Vikhroli (223.5 mm), followed by Santacruz (206.6 mm), Byculla (184 mm), Juhu (148.5 mm), Bandra (132.5 mm) and Colaba (100.2 mm).

Mumbai faces a fourth day of heavy rain, causing flooding in many areas and halting train services. IMD issued red alerts for parts of Maharashtra and MP, advising people to stay indoors. BMC denied school closure rumours, but Lonavla schools are shut on Aug 20–21.

Mumbai is reeling under heavy downpour for the fourth day on Wednesday (Aug 20). Daily life has been disrupted due to the rains, with several areas, including Panvel, Dadar, Andheri, and Chembur, inundated and local train services at halt. For Wednesday too, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms. In the last 24 hours, as many as six people lost their lives in rain-related incidents, according to data released by the Maharashtra Disaster Management Department. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis directed all district agencies to remain on standby to provide immediate relief. He instructed collectors to ensure timely assistance in the event of any loss of life, livestock, or property. He also emphasised that panchnamas for agricultural damage should be completed promptly and that compensation should be provided according to NDRF guidelines. WATCH | Air India pilot earns praises for safely landing plane despite heavy rains in Mumbai What has IMD predicted and advised It also issued a red alert warning for several districts in Maharashtra, including Thane, Palghar, Raigad, and Ratnagiri, and for Sagar and Balaghat in Madhya Pradesh. The warning includes intense to very intense rainfall, gusty winds (40–50 kmph, gusting up to 60 kmph), and the possibility of thunderstorms. It is valid for the next three hours. The weather department also advised residents in these areas to stay indoors and avoid low-lying or flood-prone areas. For Mumbai particularly, IMD issued an orange alert warning of intense rainfall with winds reaching up to 65 kmph. However, as of 8 am on Wednesday, IMD changed the alert to red for Palghar, Mumbai Suburban, Mumbai city, Thane, Pune and Raigad.

Mumbai faces a fourth day of heavy rain, causing flooding in many areas and halting train services. IMD issued red alerts for parts of Maharashtra and MP, advising people to stay indoors. BMC denied school closure rumours, but Lonavla schools are shut on Aug 20–21.

Mumbai rains: IMD issues red alert in THESE areas - Are schools and offices open today?

Despite continuous heavy rains the last few days, The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has stated that educational institutions in Mumbai will remain open on Friday, July 26. The decision comes after weather conditions in the financial capital alleviated, allowing the city to return to normal routine.

On July 25, heavy rains disrupted traffic and train services, causing inconvenience to travellers. The flight operations were also halted as incessant rains and strong winds reduced the visibility.

The BMC announced that the weather conditions in Mumbai are normal at the moment, "The weather and rainfall in Mumbai are normal at present, allowing life in the metropolitan city to proceed smoothly. As a result, all schools and colleges in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) area will remain open on a regular basis tomorrow, Friday, 26th July 2024."

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An orange alert is issued for Mumbai on July 26, and for Saturday. Regarding the weather conditions in the region, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a press release stating, "Isolated extremely heavy rainfall very likely over ghat areas of Madhya Maharashtra during July 25-27 and in Konkan &amp; Goa on 25 and 26 July and Gujarat region on 25th July."

In the last 24 hours till 8:30 am on Thursday, Mumbai recorded 44 mm of rain in the city, while 89 mm was observed in the Western suburbs and 90 mm in the Eastern suburbs.

<h2>Red alert issued in Raigad</h2>

Raigad is still under red alert due to severe weather conditions. The authorities have ordered&nbsp;schools and colleges to remain closed in the region. An orange alert has been issued for Raigad for July 27.

According to a Times of India report, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde reviewed the situation in the region on Thursday. He spoke to Raigad collector to make sure support is provided to people affected by floods.

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<h2>Heavy rains lash Pune</h2>

In Pune, at least four people lost their lives due to rain-related incidents. Severe weather conditions have been causing disruptions leading to authorities declaring a school holiday on Friday in Bhor, Maval, Velha, Mulshi, Ambedgaon, Haveli, Pimpri-Chinchwad, and Junnar tehsils. According to IMD data, the city recorded 114 mm of rain in 24 hours until 8:30 am on Thursday.

(With inputs from agencies)

Despite continuous heavy rains the last few days, The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has stated that educational institutions in Mumbai will remain open on Friday, July 26.

Despite continuous heavy rains the last few days, The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has stated that educational institutions in Mumbai will remain open on Friday, July 26. The decision comes after weather conditions in the financial capital alleviated, allowing the city to return to normal routine. On July 25, heavy rains disrupted traffic and train services, causing inconvenience to travellers. The flight operations were also halted as incessant rains and strong winds reduced the visibility. The BMC announced that the weather conditions in Mumbai are normal at the moment, "The weather and rainfall in Mumbai are normal at present, allowing life in the metropolitan city to proceed smoothly. As a result, all schools and colleges in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) area will remain open on a regular basis tomorrow, Friday, 26th July 2024." Also Read | Several flights delayed, cancelled as heavy rain lashes Mumbai; IMD issues 'red' alert An orange alert is issued for Mumbai on July 26, and for Saturday. Regarding the weather conditions in the region, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a press release stating, "Isolated extremely heavy rainfall very likely over ghat areas of Madhya Maharashtra during July 25-27 and in Konkan & Goa on 25 and 26 July and Gujarat region on 25th July." In the last 24 hours till 8:30 am on Thursday, Mumbai recorded 44 mm of rain in the city, while 89 mm was observed in the Western suburbs and 90 mm in the Eastern suburbs. Red alert issued in Raigad Raigad is still under red alert due to severe weather conditions. The authorities have ordered schools and colleges to remain closed in the region. An orange alert has been issued for Raigad for July 27. According to a Times of India report, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde reviewed the situation in the region on Thursday. He spoke to Raigad collector to make sure support is provided to people affected by floods. Also Read | Heavy rains devastate Maharashtra, Gujarat: Four killed, hundreds evacuated amid flood risk Heavy rains lash Pune In Pune, at least four people lost their lives due to rain-related incidents. Severe weather conditions have been causing disruptions leading to authorities declaring a school holiday on Friday in Bhor, Maval, Velha, Mulshi, Ambedgaon, Haveli, Pimpri-Chinchwad, and Junnar tehsils. According to IMD data, the city recorded 114 mm of rain in 24 hours until 8:30 am on Thursday. (With inputs from agencies)

Monsoon Updates: Mumbai schools, colleges to reopen; Raigad under red alert

A day after heavy showers pounded Mumbai and neighbouring areas, the rain intensity reduced on Thursday morning and water receded in some flooded areas, leading to gradual resumption of rain and road transport services.

However, some areas in south Mumbai, which witnessed a record rain on Wednesday, were still water-logged.

This happened only after Mumbai got the highest rainfall of season in 12 hours besides the highest-ever wind speed.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall in the city and suburbs and intense showers in some parts of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region in next 24 hours.

The Colaba observatory in south Mumbai recorded 330 mm rainfall in the 24-hour period ending at 5.30 am on Thursday, seeing highest rainfall in 22 years. The Santacruz weather station in western suburbs recorded 146 mm during the period.

In August 1998, the Colaba observatory had received 261.9 mm rainfall in 24 hours which was a record for the month till now, but Wednesday's rain broke it within only 12 hours.

Even during the deluge of 2005 when 944 mm rainfall was recorded in 24 hours at Santacruz observatory in the suburbs, Colaba's reading was 161 mm.

According to BMC's update till 8 am, areas like BPT Colony at Wadala, Nair Hospital in central Mumbai, Maharshi Karve Road and Sakkar Panchayat area in south Mumbai were still water-logged.

Except for the Dahisar subway, no other subway was inundated and there was also no water-logging in Hindmata, Parel TT and Mumbai Central areas.

A Central Railway Spokesperson said local train services resumed around 7.45 am between the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and Thane on the main line and between CMST and Vashi on the harbour line after inspection of tracks, signals and overhead systems.

According to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), the island city recorded 215.8 mm rain, followed by 101.9 mm in eastern suburbs and 76.03 mm in western suburbs.

The 'D' civic ward, that includes upscale areas like Malabar Hill and Peddar Road, received 309 mm rainfall, while the maximum wind speed of 101.4 kmph was recorded at Marine drive around 4.15 pm, the civic body said.

The civic body has opened temporary shelters for stranded passengers and others at its schools.

Several videos of rain havoc in Mumbai went viral on social media on Wednesday, showing floodwater inside shops, building compounds and slums.

On Wednesday, due to heavy water-logging on tracks between CSMT and Kurla, the suburban services on CSTM-Thane main line and CSMT-Vashi harbour line were suspended from 4 pm.

The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and railway authorities on Wednesday rescued 290 passengers from two local trains stranded on flooded tracks between CSMT and Sandhurst Road stations.

The Western Railway local train services, which were also suspended on Wednesday due to water-logging on tracks between Churchgate and Mumbai Central stations, resumed early Thursday morning, an official said.

Bus services of the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST), the city civic body's transport wing, also resumed, the BMC said, adding that services were diverted to alternate routes in a couple of locations.

South Mumbai was the worst affected due to heavy rain on Wednesday and several streets at the Marine Drive, Mantralaya and Kalbadevi witnessed heavy water-logging for the first time in recent years.

Hosalikar said intense rainfall was likely in north Palghar as a radar image indicated intense clouds over the area. The cloud cover over Mumbai and Thane was comparatively less.

A day after heavy showers pounded Mumbai and neighbouring areas, the rain intensity reduced on Thursday morning and water receded in some flooded areas, leading to gradual resumption of rain and road transport services.

A day after heavy showers pounded Mumbai and neighbouring areas, the rain intensity reduced on Thursday morning and water receded in some flooded areas, leading to gradual resumption of rain and road transport services. However, some areas in south Mumbai, which witnessed a record rain on Wednesday, were still water-logged. This happened only after Mumbai got the highest rainfall of season in 12 hours besides the highest-ever wind speed. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall in the city and suburbs and intense showers in some parts of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region in next 24 hours. The Colaba observatory in south Mumbai recorded 330 mm rainfall in the 24-hour period ending at 5.30 am on Thursday, seeing highest rainfall in 22 years. The Santacruz weather station in western suburbs recorded 146 mm during the period. In August 1998, the Colaba observatory had received 261.9 mm rainfall in 24 hours which was a record for the month till now, but Wednesday's rain broke it within only 12 hours. Even during the deluge of 2005 when 944 mm rainfall was recorded in 24 hours at Santacruz observatory in the suburbs, Colaba's reading was 161 mm. According to BMC's update till 8 am, areas like BPT Colony at Wadala, Nair Hospital in central Mumbai, Maharshi Karve Road and Sakkar Panchayat area in south Mumbai were still water-logged. Except for the Dahisar subway, no other subway was inundated and there was also no water-logging in Hindmata, Parel TT and Mumbai Central areas. A Central Railway Spokesperson said local train services resumed around 7.45 am between the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) and Thane on the main line and between CMST and Vashi on the harbour line after inspection of tracks, signals and overhead systems. According to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), the island city recorded 215.8 mm rain, followed by 101.9 mm in eastern suburbs and 76.03 mm in western suburbs. The 'D' civic ward, that includes upscale areas like Malabar Hill and Peddar Road, received 309 mm rainfall, while the maximum wind speed of 101.4 kmph was recorded at Marine drive around 4.15 pm, the civic body said. The civic body has opened temporary shelters for stranded passengers and others at its schools. Several videos of rain havoc in Mumbai went viral on social media on Wednesday, showing floodwater inside shops, building compounds and slums. On Wednesday, due to heavy water-logging on tracks between CSMT and Kurla, the suburban services on CSTM-Thane main line and CSMT-Vashi harbour line were suspended from 4 pm. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and railway authorities on Wednesday rescued 290 passengers from two local trains stranded on flooded tracks between CSMT and Sandhurst Road stations. The Western Railway local train services, which were also suspended on Wednesday due to water-logging on tracks between Churchgate and Mumbai Central stations, resumed early Thursday morning, an official said. Bus services of the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST), the city civic body's transport wing, also resumed, the BMC said, adding that services were diverted to alternate routes in a couple of locations. South Mumbai was the worst affected due to heavy rain on Wednesday and several streets at the Marine Drive, Mantralaya and Kalbadevi witnessed heavy water-logging for the first time in recent years. Hosalikar said intense rainfall was likely in north Palghar as a radar image indicated intense clouds over the area. The cloud cover over Mumbai and Thane was comparatively less.

Rain intensity reduces after setting records in Mumbai

In view of the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-water-level-recedes-in-mumbai-ndrf-teams-on-standby-247715">forecast of heavy rains</a>, all schools and junior colleges in Mumbai, Thane and Konkan regions will remain closed on September 5, informed Maharashtra education minister Ashish Shelar.Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Wednesday declared that schools under its jurisdiction will be used as shelters for housing people stranded due to rain.

On Wednesday, BMC Additional Municipal Commissioner, A Jarhad, visited Manohardas school near Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, to take stock of the situation and to ensure people stranded due to rains were being taken care of.

As incessant rains lashed Mumbai and Maharashtra, life was thrown out of gear with delay in train and flight services causing great inconvenience to passengers.

However, train services resumed on Kurla to Kalyan route and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) to Goregaon route after rains relented late on Wednesday evening.

Private bus services also resumed after water receded in Dadar.

Flight operations have also been severely hit due to rains.

Air India tweeted on Wednesday, "Passenger Alert !! Due to heavy rains, flights out of Mumbai will be delayed. Passengers are requested to check flight status through Air India website, Mobile App or Customer care."

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rains in several parts of the city and suburbs in the next 48 hours.

"Mumbai most likely to get continuous rains and showers with the possibility of extremely heavy falls at isolated places in city and suburbs for the next 48 hours," an IMD release read.

The weather forecasting agency has predicted that the maximum and minimum temperature is most likely to remain around 25 degree Celcius and 23 degree Celcius, respectively.

Relentless rains in several parts across Maharashtra has resulted in massive water logging and flood-like situation in some regions.&nbsp; 
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In view of the forecast of heavy rains, all schools and junior colleges in Mumbai, Thane and Konkan regions will remain closed on September 5, informed Maharashtra education minister Ashish Shelar.

In view of the forecast of heavy rains, all schools and junior colleges in Mumbai, Thane and Konkan regions will remain closed on September 5, informed Maharashtra education minister Ashish Shelar.Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Wednesday declared that schools under its jurisdiction will be used as shelters for housing people stranded due to rain. On Wednesday, BMC Additional Municipal Commissioner, A Jarhad, visited Manohardas school near Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, to take stock of the situation and to ensure people stranded due to rains were being taken care of. As incessant rains lashed Mumbai and Maharashtra, life was thrown out of gear with delay in train and flight services causing great inconvenience to passengers. However, train services resumed on Kurla to Kalyan route and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) to Goregaon route after rains relented late on Wednesday evening. Private bus services also resumed after water receded in Dadar. Flight operations have also been severely hit due to rains. Air India tweeted on Wednesday, "Passenger Alert !! Due to heavy rains, flights out of Mumbai will be delayed. Passengers are requested to check flight status through Air India website, Mobile App or Customer care." The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rains in several parts of the city and suburbs in the next 48 hours. "Mumbai most likely to get continuous rains and showers with the possibility of extremely heavy falls at isolated places in city and suburbs for the next 48 hours," an IMD release read. The weather forecasting agency has predicted that the maximum and minimum temperature is most likely to remain around 25 degree Celcius and 23 degree Celcius, respectively. Relentless rains in several parts across Maharashtra has resulted in massive water logging and flood-like situation in some regions.

Maharashtra rains: Schools, junior colleges to remain closed in Mumbai and Thane

All passengers of stranded <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-cm-devendra-fadnavis-directs-chief-secretary-to-monitor-mahalaxmi-express-rescue-operations-238810">Mahalaxmi Express train in Badlapur</a>, Maharashtra have been safely evacuated. The train was stranded due to a heavy downpour that has lashed parts of Maharashtra. All 700 passengers and 200 railway staff&nbsp;who were aboard the train have been rescued, news agency ANI reported.&nbsp;

Earlier in the day,&nbsp;Director General of&nbsp;National Disaster Response Force said "around 900 passengers have been safely evacuated," ANI reported.&nbsp;

"Women and children were evacuated first including 9 pregnant women after that elderly people were evacuated;&nbsp;finally male passengers. Around 900 passengers have been safely evacuated,"&nbsp;SN Pradhan, Director General of&nbsp;National Disaster Response Force said.

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The team, comprising officials from NDRF, Indian Army and Navy carried out the large scale rescue operation. Several boats were used for the rescue operation, while 37 doctors, including a gynaecologist, were deployed at the site.

As torrential rains continued to batter Mumbai, Mumbai-Kolhapur Mahalaxmi Express was&nbsp;held up between Vangani and Badlapur since 3 am&nbsp;this morning.

Around three-foot-high flood water was reported near Vangani station, where the train was stuck.

Meanwhile, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-cm-devendra-fadnavis-directs-chief-secretary-to-monitor-mahalaxmi-express-rescue-operations-238810">instructed the Chief Secretary to monitor rescue operations</a> personally.&nbsp;

Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai also spoke&nbsp;to Fadnavis and assured all assistance from the government's side.

All passengers of stranded Mahalaxmi Express train in Badlapur, Maharashtra have been safely evacuated. The train was stranded due to a heavy downpour that has lashed parts of Maharashtra.

All passengers of stranded Mahalaxmi Express train in Badlapur, Maharashtra have been safely evacuated. The train was stranded due to a heavy downpour that has lashed parts of Maharashtra. All 700 passengers and 200 railway staff who were aboard the train have been rescued, news agency ANI reported. Earlier in the day, Director General of National Disaster Response Force said "around 900 passengers have been safely evacuated," ANI reported. "Women and children were evacuated first including 9 pregnant women after that elderly people were evacuated; finally male passengers. Around 900 passengers have been safely evacuated," SN Pradhan, Director General of National Disaster Response Force said. SN Pradhan, DG NDRF on #MahalaxmiExpress rescue operation: Women & children were evacuated first including 9 pregnant women, after that elderly people were evacuated & finally male passengers. Operation went on for around 8 hrs, around 900 passengers have been safely evacuated. pic.twitter.com/KFKInEa6if — ANI (@ANI) July 27, 2019 × The team, comprising officials from NDRF, Indian Army and Navy carried out the large scale rescue operation. Several boats were used for the rescue operation, while 37 doctors, including a gynaecologist, were deployed at the site. As torrential rains continued to batter Mumbai, Mumbai-Kolhapur Mahalaxmi Express was held up between Vangani and Badlapur since 3 am this morning. Around three-foot-high flood water was reported near Vangani station, where the train was stuck. Meanwhile, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis instructed the Chief Secretary to monitor rescue operations personally. Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai also spoke to Fadnavis and assured all assistance from the government's side.

Maharashtra: All passengers rescued safely from stranded Mahalaxmi Express

Maharashtra government in a notice has requested NDRF, Air Command, Navy, Air Force and the military to conduct <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/maharashtra-500-passengers-rescued-from-mahalaxmi-express-238833">rescue operation</a> in Kamba Petrol Pump and Riverwing Resort, in Thane on Saturday.

Due to heavy rainfall in Thane in the morning, Kamba petrol pump has submerged underwater.

As per the letter, over 115 persons have been stranded at the petrol pump.

"Near about 115 persons are stranded at Kamba Petrol Pump, Thane, 70 Persons and Riverwing Resort, Thane. I request you to do the necessary operation including Airlift of the location 19.248472, 73.193889," the letter by Director Disaster Management Unit Abhay Yawalkar read.

Heavy rains have lashed Mumbai and its adjoining areas, leading to traffic snarls and water-logging at several major junctions today.

Vehicles were seen wading through the waterlogged streets of Sion, Chembur, Gandhi Market at snail's pace due to heavy traffic jam.

Air traffic was also disrupted for a couple of hours in Mumbai, as seven flights were cancelled and around eight to nine were diverted. Around 8:15 am, Mumbai International Airport PRO had announced that flight operations returned to normal.

According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Mumbai and its nearby areas will continue to receive heavy rains till July 29 with the minimum and maximum temperatures hovering around 24 degree Celsius and 30 degree Celsius, respectively.

Maharashtra government in a notice has requested NDRF, Air Command, Navy, Air Force and the military to conduct rescue operation in Kamba Petrol Pump and Riverwing Resort, in Thane on Saturday.

Maharashtra government in a notice has requested NDRF, Air Command, Navy, Air Force and the military to conduct rescue operation in Kamba Petrol Pump and Riverwing Resort, in Thane on Saturday. Due to heavy rainfall in Thane in the morning, Kamba petrol pump has submerged underwater. As per the letter, over 115 persons have been stranded at the petrol pump. "Near about 115 persons are stranded at Kamba Petrol Pump, Thane, 70 Persons and Riverwing Resort, Thane. I request you to do the necessary operation including Airlift of the location 19.248472, 73.193889," the letter by Director Disaster Management Unit Abhay Yawalkar read. Heavy rains have lashed Mumbai and its adjoining areas, leading to traffic snarls and water-logging at several major junctions today. Vehicles were seen wading through the waterlogged streets of Sion, Chembur, Gandhi Market at snail's pace due to heavy traffic jam. Air traffic was also disrupted for a couple of hours in Mumbai, as seven flights were cancelled and around eight to nine were diverted. Around 8:15 am, Mumbai International Airport PRO had announced that flight operations returned to normal. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Mumbai and its nearby areas will continue to receive heavy rains till July 29 with the minimum and maximum temperatures hovering around 24 degree Celsius and 30 degree Celsius, respectively.

Maharashtra: 115 stranded in Thane, government requests to conduct rescue operation

Maharashtra: Heavy downpour lashes Mumbai; IMD predicts more for next 48 hours

The India Meteorology Department (IMD) on Saturday advised fishermen not to venture into north Maharashtra coast for the next two days in view of the rough sea conditions.

"Rough to very rough sea conditions likely to prevail along Maharashtra-Goa coast. Fishermen are advised not to venture into sea off Maharashtra-Goa coast during next 48 hours," said the IMD in a statement.

The department also said that heavy rainfall is very likely to occur at a few places over north and south Goa districts of the state in the next five days.

"High waves in the range of 3-4.3 meters are forecasted from 5:30 pm on July 5 to 11:30 pm on June 7 along the coast of Goa from Vengurla to Vasco.

Surface current speeds vary between 13 - 33 cm/sec. Fishermen are advised not to venture into sea off Maharashtra-Goa coast during next 48 hours," the statement added.&nbsp;

The India Meteorology Department (IMD) on Saturday advised fishermen not to venture into north Maharashtra coast for the next two days in view of the rough sea conditions.

The India Meteorology Department (IMD) on Saturday advised fishermen not to venture into north Maharashtra coast for the next two days in view of the rough sea conditions. "Rough to very rough sea conditions likely to prevail along Maharashtra-Goa coast. Fishermen are advised not to venture into sea off Maharashtra-Goa coast during next 48 hours," said the IMD in a statement. The department also said that heavy rainfall is very likely to occur at a few places over north and south Goa districts of the state in the next five days. "High waves in the range of 3-4.3 meters are forecasted from 5:30 pm on July 5 to 11:30 pm on June 7 along the coast of Goa from Vengurla to Vasco. Surface current speeds vary between 13 - 33 cm/sec. Fishermen are advised not to venture into sea off Maharashtra-Goa coast during next 48 hours," the statement added.

Indian Meteorological Department advises fishermen not to venture into north-Maharashtra coast for next 48 hours

The Indian Meteorological Department has forecast "heavy to very heavy" rains in Maharashtra, especially in the coastal Konkan region, from June 7 to 11.

As per the forecast, there is a possibility of "very heavy" rainfall in Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg districts tomorrow and on June 8.

Also, there is a possibility of very heavy rainfall in Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Mumbai, Thane, Raigad and Palghar districts on June 9, while there is a similar forecast for the six districts of Konkan region including Mumbai and surrounding areas on June 10 and 11.

"As per the forecast of the met department, the state calamity relief cell has sounded a high alert at almost all the places in the state especially in the Konkan region. The state calamity relief cell has instructed district administrations to remain on high alert to face any emergency conditions," a government release stated.

Directions have been given to the control rooms in Mantralaya, divisional commissioner's office, district collectors' offices, municipal corporations and tehsildar offices to work round-the-clock, it added.

People in Mumbai can dial 1916 and those outside Mumbai can dial 1077 in case of emergency.

As per the forecast, there is a possibility of "very heavy" rainfall in Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg districts tomorrow and on June 8

The Indian Meteorological Department has forecast "heavy to very heavy" rains in Maharashtra, especially in the coastal Konkan region, from June 7 to 11. As per the forecast, there is a possibility of "very heavy" rainfall in Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg districts tomorrow and on June 8. Also, there is a possibility of very heavy rainfall in Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Mumbai, Thane, Raigad and Palghar districts on June 9, while there is a similar forecast for the six districts of Konkan region including Mumbai and surrounding areas on June 10 and 11. "As per the forecast of the met department, the state calamity relief cell has sounded a high alert at almost all the places in the state especially in the Konkan region. The state calamity relief cell has instructed district administrations to remain on high alert to face any emergency conditions," a government release stated. Directions have been given to the control rooms in Mantralaya, divisional commissioner's office, district collectors' offices, municipal corporations and tehsildar offices to work round-the-clock, it added. People in Mumbai can dial 1916 and those outside Mumbai can dial 1077 in case of emergency.

IMD predicts heavy rains in Maharashtra from June 7-11

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