After days of intense and incessant downpours that flooded Mumbai and disrupted road, rail, and air traffic, the city saw relief on Thursday as rainfall eased significantly with no overnight showers, according to a report by the Indian news agency PTI. In response, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) had issued a ‘yellow alert’ from a 'red alert' for the city.&nbsp;The IMD data show that between 8.30 am and 5.30 pm on Wednesday, the Santacruz station witnessed only 9.8 mm of rain while the Colaba coastal observatory experienced a mere 0.4 mm of rain. And downpour is expected to reduce over Konkan and Madhya Maharashtra from Thursday onwards, with isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall over north Konkan (including Mumbai) and isolated heavy rainfall over the areas for 3 days.&nbsp;On Wednesday late evening, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis confirmed that the situation in rain-soaked Mumbai and other parts of the state is under control as the city witnessed respite from continuous rains that affected the daily life of the city. He also assured that all required precautions regarding disaster management are being taken as NDRF and SDRF jawans are deployed in the areas that are being lashed by heavy rains.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/mumbai-monsoon-floods-how-bad-is-it-this-year-1755678115214/1755678115216">Mumbai monsoon floods: How bad is it this year?</a>&nbsp;According to a report by ETV Bharat, local train services on the Harbour line (CSMT-Panvel route) of the Central Railway resumed from 3 am on Wednesday after 15 hours of disruption, bringing relief for commuters. I addition, schools and colleges were also opened after a rain-enforced holiday.&nbsp;However, a few commuters raised a concern regarding some delays in suburban services on the Central Railway and Western Railway. The official also confirmed that the buses of Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) undertaking are running normally.<h3>Waterlogging in Mumbai: Which areas are worst affected this week?</h3>The affected areas due to heavy rain in Mumbai include Sion and Santacruz (Golibar Area), Hindmata (Dadar) &amp; King Circle, Vikhroli, Marol, Chakala (Andheri), Powai, Mulund, Chembur, Borivali, Dadar, and Goregaon (near Oberoi Mall).&nbsp;Additionally, several areas in Thane, Raigad, and other districts in Maharashtra have also been flooded, and the municipal council's office in Gadchiroli has turned into a pond.<h3>Mumbai Flights and Traffic: How are transport services affected due to rains?</h3>Along with waterlogging which has paralysed several parts of the city, also forced cancellations of suburban train services and several airlines, including IndiGo, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, and Air India cautioning passengers about possible flight delays and disruptions.&nbsp;More than 250 flights were delays and several were cancelled, while a dozen were diverted to different cities. At least 12 flights were diverted to Surat, Ahmedabad, and Hyderabad. A total of 90 arrivals were disrupted, resulting in delays, as per the flight monitoring portal FlightRadar24.&nbsp;Four departures of the flights were cancelled, and 188 flights were delayed following the rain.

The IMD has issued an orange alert for Mumbai after the city saw relief on Thursday as rainfall eased significantly with no overnight showers. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis confirmed that the situation in rain-soaked Mumbai and other parts of the state is under control.

After days of intense and incessant downpours that flooded Mumbai and disrupted road, rail, and air traffic, the city saw relief on Thursday as rainfall eased significantly with no overnight showers, according to a report by the Indian news agency PTI. In response, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) had issued a ‘yellow alert’ from a 'red alert' for the city. The IMD data show that between 8.30 am and 5.30 pm on Wednesday, the Santacruz station witnessed only 9.8 mm of rain while the Colaba coastal observatory experienced a mere 0.4 mm of rain. And downpour is expected to reduce over Konkan and Madhya Maharashtra from Thursday onwards, with isolated heavy to very heavy rainfall over north Konkan (including Mumbai) and isolated heavy rainfall over the areas for 3 days. On Wednesday late evening, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis confirmed that the situation in rain-soaked Mumbai and other parts of the state is under control as the city witnessed respite from continuous rains that affected the daily life of the city. He also assured that all required precautions regarding disaster management are being taken as NDRF and SDRF jawans are deployed in the areas that are being lashed by heavy rains. Also read: Mumbai monsoon floods: How bad is it this year? According to a report by ETV Bharat, local train services on the Harbour line (CSMT-Panvel route) of the Central Railway resumed from 3 am on Wednesday after 15 hours of disruption, bringing relief for commuters. I addition, schools and colleges were also opened after a rain-enforced holiday. However, a few commuters raised a concern regarding some delays in suburban services on the Central Railway and Western Railway. The official also confirmed that the buses of Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) undertaking are running normally. Waterlogging in Mumbai: Which areas are worst affected this week? The affected areas due to heavy rain in Mumbai include Sion and Santacruz (Golibar Area), Hindmata (Dadar) & King Circle, Vikhroli, Marol, Chakala (Andheri), Powai, Mulund, Chembur, Borivali, Dadar, and Goregaon (near Oberoi Mall). Additionally, several areas in Thane, Raigad, and other districts in Maharashtra have also been flooded, and the municipal council's office in Gadchiroli has turned into a pond. Mumbai Flights and Traffic: How are transport services affected due to rains? Along with waterlogging which has paralysed several parts of the city, also forced cancellations of suburban train services and several airlines, including IndiGo, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, and Air India cautioning passengers about possible flight delays and disruptions. More than 250 flights were delays and several were cancelled, while a dozen were diverted to different cities. At least 12 flights were diverted to Surat, Ahmedabad, and Hyderabad. A total of 90 arrivals were disrupted, resulting in delays, as per the flight monitoring portal FlightRadar24. Four departures of the flights were cancelled, and 188 flights were delayed following the rain.

The IMD has issued an orange alert for Mumbai after the city saw relief on Thursday as rainfall eased significantly with no overnight showers. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis confirmed that the situation in rain-soaked Mumbai and other parts of the state is under control.

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Recent heavy downpour, continuous red alert and high tides in Mumbai have evoked memories of the devastating 2005 deluge flood that claimed the lives of 1,094 people. Currently, Mumbai is experiencing severe waterlogging due to heavy rain, prompting officials to close government, semi-government offices, schools, colleges, and transport activities.&nbsp;The ongoing rain has claimed 8 lives as of now and received a record rainfall of around 300 mm, which is considered the third heaviest rainfall in 24 hours in Mumbai after the 2005 deluge, devastating flood triggered by heavy rain of 944 mm in 20 years, and the 2017 floods due to rain of about 468 mm in 12 hours. The 2005 rain was the eighth heaviest rainfall ever recorded in 24 hours across the world, and within a 12-hour window from 8 am to 8 pm, the city was submerged with 644 mm (25.35 inches) of rain, according to a report in Firstpost.&nbsp;Currently, the trauma of that event was brought back after the Mithi River began rising to a dangerous level, and the BMC evacuated citizens from Kranti Magar in Mumbai. More than 10 lakh acres of cropland have been submerged under water.<h3>The unforgettable saga of 2005 Mumbai's 26/7 deluge</h3>July 26, 2005, stands out as one of the darkest and most devastating days in the history of Mumbai. Dubbed as ‘26/7’, Mumbai came halt on this day due to floods triggered by heavy rains, which paralysed the entire city. Due to unprecedented 944 mm (37.17 inches) of rain pouring down, nearly half of the city's annual average rainfall in just 24 hours, resulting in widespread destruction and loss of life, according to a report by CNBC.&nbsp;Between 8 am and 8 pm, 644 mm of rain lashed the city in a single day, claiming over 1,000 lives due to drowning, electrocution, and landslides across several parts of the city. In addition, more than 14,000 homes were destroyed, making them less sheltered, without food, or access to clean water.&nbsp;Over 37,000 auto-rickshaws, 900 BEST buses, 4,000 taxis, and 10,000 trucks and tempos were either damaged or immobilised, resulting in estimated economic losses of around ₹ 5.5 billion (approximately $100 million).&nbsp;The lifeline of the city, local trains, were stopped completely with damaged trains and tracks. The Mumbai airport was also shut down for more than 30 hours, resulting in the cancellation of 700 flights. Additionally, the communication system was also disrupted, with approximately 5 million mobile users and 2.3 million landline users losing connection for several hours.<h3>The 2017 floods</h3>Similarly, heavy rainfall, about 468 mm in 12 hours, led to widespread flooding on August 29, 2017, marking the third such rain in the 20 years of Mumbai's history. During the incident, the city faced major disruptions: trains ceased operations, power shutdowns were implemented to prevent electrocutions, roads flooded, and schools were closed. However, the death toll was comparatively low, but it was one of the most monsoon-related chasms in Mumbai.&nbsp;Mumbai has been experiencing such floods due to heavy rain as the drainage system of the city couldn't handle the heavy showers, as it was designed in colonial times, and it remains unchecked for years.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/imd-issues-red-alert-for-mumbai-for-second-consecutive-day-as-heavy-rains-lash-city-1755577521680">IMD issues 'Red Alert' for Mumbai for second consecutive day as heavy rains lash city</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

The 2005 Mumbai 26/7 deluge and 2017 floods due to heavy rain within 24 hours have led to widespread infrastructure destruction and loss of life. These incidents persisted due to the drainage system of the city that couldn't handle the heavy showers, as it was designed in colonial times.

Recent heavy downpour, continuous red alert and high tides in Mumbai have evoked memories of the devastating 2005 deluge flood that claimed the lives of 1,094 people. Currently, Mumbai is experiencing severe waterlogging due to heavy rain, prompting officials to close government, semi-government offices, schools, colleges, and transport activities. The ongoing rain has claimed 8 lives as of now and received a record rainfall of around 300 mm, which is considered the third heaviest rainfall in 24 hours in Mumbai after the 2005 deluge, devastating flood triggered by heavy rain of 944 mm in 20 years, and the 2017 floods due to rain of about 468 mm in 12 hours. The 2005 rain was the eighth heaviest rainfall ever recorded in 24 hours across the world, and within a 12-hour window from 8 am to 8 pm, the city was submerged with 644 mm (25.35 inches) of rain, according to a report in Firstpost. Currently, the trauma of that event was brought back after the Mithi River began rising to a dangerous level, and the BMC evacuated citizens from Kranti Magar in Mumbai. More than 10 lakh acres of cropland have been submerged under water. The unforgettable saga of 2005 Mumbai's 26/7 deluge July 26, 2005, stands out as one of the darkest and most devastating days in the history of Mumbai. Dubbed as ‘26/7’, Mumbai came halt on this day due to floods triggered by heavy rains, which paralysed the entire city. Due to unprecedented 944 mm (37.17 inches) of rain pouring down, nearly half of the city's annual average rainfall in just 24 hours, resulting in widespread destruction and loss of life, according to a report by CNBC. Between 8 am and 8 pm, 644 mm of rain lashed the city in a single day, claiming over 1,000 lives due to drowning, electrocution, and landslides across several parts of the city. In addition, more than 14,000 homes were destroyed, making them less sheltered, without food, or access to clean water. Over 37,000 auto-rickshaws, 900 BEST buses, 4,000 taxis, and 10,000 trucks and tempos were either damaged or immobilised, resulting in estimated economic losses of around ₹ 5.5 billion (approximately $100 million). The lifeline of the city, local trains, were stopped completely with damaged trains and tracks. The Mumbai airport was also shut down for more than 30 hours, resulting in the cancellation of 700 flights. Additionally, the communication system was also disrupted, with approximately 5 million mobile users and 2.3 million landline users losing connection for several hours. The 2017 floods Similarly, heavy rainfall, about 468 mm in 12 hours, led to widespread flooding on August 29, 2017, marking the third such rain in the 20 years of Mumbai's history. During the incident, the city faced major disruptions: trains ceased operations, power shutdowns were implemented to prevent electrocutions, roads flooded, and schools were closed. However, the death toll was comparatively low, but it was one of the most monsoon-related chasms in Mumbai. Mumbai has been experiencing such floods due to heavy rain as the drainage system of the city couldn't handle the heavy showers, as it was designed in colonial times, and it remains unchecked for years. Also read: IMD issues 'Red Alert' for Mumbai for second consecutive day as heavy rains lash city

The 2005 Mumbai 26/7 deluge and 2017 floods due to heavy rain within 24 hours have led to widespread infrastructure destruction and loss of life. These incidents persisted due to the drainage system of the city that couldn't handle the heavy showers, as it was designed in colonial times.

Mumbai floods déjà vu: Red alerts, heaviest rains on record bring back fears of 2005, 2017 deluge

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a fresh red alert for Mumbai and Raigad for Tuesday, predicting heavy rain accompanied by gusty winds reaching up to 65 kmph. This is the second continuous red alert for Mumbai. Following the alert, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) announced a holiday for all schools and colleges across the city and its suburbs.&nbsp;Since early Monday, the city has been experiencing intense monsoon showers, recording over 500 mm of rainfall within 84 hours. Rain triggered waterlogging in multiple areas, including Chembur, Andheri, Dadar, Hindmata, and King’s Circle, disrupting normal activities and raising concerns about the city's flood preparedness.&nbsp;Surprisingly, crores of rupees were spent on upgraded drainage systems and underground stormwater tanks; however, chronic flooding points remained submerged for hours, according to a report by TOI.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mumbai-braces-for-more-heavy-rains-red-alert-sounded-in-pune-1755491008492">Red alert sounded in Mumbai after heavy rains lash city, schools asked to close</a><h3>Waterlogging slows the road traffic amid heavy rain</h3>Meanwhile, two deaths were reported on Monday, one died after a compound wall collapsed at Napean Sea Road and another by electrocution in Kanjurmarg. In addition, a man who went missing after entering the Mithi River has still not been found. While, other people got injured after a tree fell in Sahar.&nbsp;Following the heavy rain and waterlogging, road traffic slowed in several parts of the city, and train services across the Central, Harbour, and Western lines also suffered delays. Due to poor visibility triggered by rain prompted to at least 10 flights executed go-arounds, and one was diverted.&nbsp;Mumbai University has postponed 32 examinations slated for today, moving them to August 23. And, the red alert’s impact has extended beyond Mumbai, as civic authorities in Navi Mumbai, Thane, Mira Bhayandar, and Palghar have also declared school and college closures.&nbsp;Residents have also been requested to remain indoors until essential travel is required. Currently, emergency services are on hold, and the civic helpline 1916 has been activated to assist citizens.

A fresh red alert for Mumbai and Raigad has been issued by IMD on Tuesday for the second continous day. In response to the alert, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) announced a holiday for all schools and colleges across the city and its suburbs.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a fresh red alert for Mumbai and Raigad for Tuesday, predicting heavy rain accompanied by gusty winds reaching up to 65 kmph. This is the second continuous red alert for Mumbai. Following the alert, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) announced a holiday for all schools and colleges across the city and its suburbs. Since early Monday, the city has been experiencing intense monsoon showers, recording over 500 mm of rainfall within 84 hours. Rain triggered waterlogging in multiple areas, including Chembur, Andheri, Dadar, Hindmata, and King’s Circle, disrupting normal activities and raising concerns about the city's flood preparedness. Surprisingly, crores of rupees were spent on upgraded drainage systems and underground stormwater tanks; however, chronic flooding points remained submerged for hours, according to a report by TOI. Also read: Red alert sounded in Mumbai after heavy rains lash city, schools asked to close Waterlogging slows the road traffic amid heavy rain Meanwhile, two deaths were reported on Monday, one died after a compound wall collapsed at Napean Sea Road and another by electrocution in Kanjurmarg. In addition, a man who went missing after entering the Mithi River has still not been found. While, other people got injured after a tree fell in Sahar. Following the heavy rain and waterlogging, road traffic slowed in several parts of the city, and train services across the Central, Harbour, and Western lines also suffered delays. Due to poor visibility triggered by rain prompted to at least 10 flights executed go-arounds, and one was diverted. Mumbai University has postponed 32 examinations slated for today, moving them to August 23. And, the red alert’s impact has extended beyond Mumbai, as civic authorities in Navi Mumbai, Thane, Mira Bhayandar, and Palghar have also declared school and college closures. Residents have also been requested to remain indoors until essential travel is required. Currently, emergency services are on hold, and the civic helpline 1916 has been activated to assist citizens.

A fresh red alert for Mumbai and Raigad has been issued by IMD on Tuesday for the second continous day. In response to the alert, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) announced a holiday for all schools and colleges across the city and its suburbs.

IMD issues 'Red Alert' for Mumbai for second consecutive day as heavy rains lash city

Heavy rains lashed Mumbai and the suburban region, forcing the financial capital to come to its knees on Monday (July 21) following incessant overnight rainfall. This intense spell of rainfall prompted waterlogging across several neighbourhoods, affecting transportation facilities in the city. The worst-affected area in Mumbai was the Andheri subway, which was closed to traffic due to water accumulation.&nbsp;After the city witnessed an intense and heavy downpour, the India Meteorological Department issued an 'Orange alert' for Mumbai and its suburbs. The weather department also forecasted continued moderate rainfall along with thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds between 30 and 40 kmph.&nbsp;Amid this, daytime temperatures are likely to fall in the range of 26-31 degrees Celsius, with similar weather anticipated over the next 24 hours.<h3>Rainfall resulted in road closures and flight disruptions</h3>Following the waterlogging, the continuous showers have left several parts of the city struggling to cope with flooded streets and stalled traffic. Commuters while travelling in the morning for their respective works had to face significant delays, with traffic crawling along the Eastern and Western Express Highways.&nbsp;The situation in the western suburbs also worsened after the closure of the Andheri subway. From Andheri and Kurla to Marine Drive and CST, several images and videos surfaced showing people wading through water.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/delhi-s-artificial-rain-what-s-the-real-cost-of-a-manufactured-monsoon-1751325936838">Delhi’s artificial rain: What’s the real cost of a manufactured monsoon?</a>&nbsp;The rainfall didn't just bring the roads to their knees, but it also impacted air travel facilities. Several airlines came up with their advisories urging passengers to leave early for the airport and stay tuned for flight updates in advance.&nbsp;Urging passengers, airlines IndiGo and SpiceJet issued advisories directing them to check the status of their respective flights before leaving home for the airport. SpiceJet also came up with advisories warning of possible delays of both arrivals and departures due to poor visibility and rainfall.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the weather department has forecast that the rainfall is likely to continue for the next 24 to 48 hours in Mumbai and the Konkan region. While areas like South Mumbai and Borivali are not under alert, citizens have been requested to stay alert and prepared.

After the continuous overnight rain in Mumbai, IMD issued an 'Orange alert' for Mumbai and its suburbs. The weather department also forecasted continued moderate rainfall along with thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds between 30 and 40 kmph.

Heavy rains lashed Mumbai and the suburban region, forcing the financial capital to come to its knees on Monday (July 21) following incessant overnight rainfall. This intense spell of rainfall prompted waterlogging across several neighbourhoods, affecting transportation facilities in the city. The worst-affected area in Mumbai was the Andheri subway, which was closed to traffic due to water accumulation. After the city witnessed an intense and heavy downpour, the India Meteorological Department issued an 'Orange alert' for Mumbai and its suburbs. The weather department also forecasted continued moderate rainfall along with thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds between 30 and 40 kmph. Amid this, daytime temperatures are likely to fall in the range of 26-31 degrees Celsius, with similar weather anticipated over the next 24 hours. Rainfall resulted in road closures and flight disruptions Following the waterlogging, the continuous showers have left several parts of the city struggling to cope with flooded streets and stalled traffic. Commuters while travelling in the morning for their respective works had to face significant delays, with traffic crawling along the Eastern and Western Express Highways. The situation in the western suburbs also worsened after the closure of the Andheri subway. From Andheri and Kurla to Marine Drive and CST, several images and videos surfaced showing people wading through water. Also read: Delhi’s artificial rain: What’s the real cost of a manufactured monsoon? The rainfall didn't just bring the roads to their knees, but it also impacted air travel facilities. Several airlines came up with their advisories urging passengers to leave early for the airport and stay tuned for flight updates in advance. Urging passengers, airlines IndiGo and SpiceJet issued advisories directing them to check the status of their respective flights before leaving home for the airport. SpiceJet also came up with advisories warning of possible delays of both arrivals and departures due to poor visibility and rainfall. Meanwhile, the weather department has forecast that the rainfall is likely to continue for the next 24 to 48 hours in Mumbai and the Konkan region. While areas like South Mumbai and Borivali are not under alert, citizens have been requested to stay alert and prepared.

After the continuous overnight rain in Mumbai, IMD issued an 'Orange alert' for Mumbai and its suburbs. The weather department also forecasted continued moderate rainfall along with thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds between 30 and 40 kmph.

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Heavy downpour continued wreak havoc in Mumbai today. Several areas including Chembur, Parel, Hindmata, Wadala and Worli reported water-logging.

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Monsoon rains in India were above average in the week through Wednesday, the weather office said, like soybean and cotton growing central parts of the country <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/monsoon-fury-onion-prices-double-in-parts-of-karnataka-245510">received heavy rainfall</a>, damaging crops in some pockets.

Monsoon rains are crucial to farm output and economic growth because the agricultural sector accounts for about 15 per cent&nbsp;of India's $2.5 trillion economies.

India received 38 per cent&nbsp;more rainfall than the 50-year average in the week to September&nbsp;11, data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) showed, with central India receiving 142 per cent&nbsp;more rain.

Overall, India has received 3 per cent&nbsp;more rain than average since the start of the monsoon season on June 1.

Monsoon rains in India were above average in the week through Wednesday, the weather office said, like soybean and cotton growing central parts of the country received heavy rainfall, damaging crops in some pockets.

Monsoon rains in India were above average in the week through Wednesday, the weather office said, like soybean and cotton growing central parts of the country received heavy rainfall, damaging crops in some pockets. Monsoon rains are crucial to farm output and economic growth because the agricultural sector accounts for about 15 per cent of India's $2.5 trillion economies. India received 38 per cent more rainfall than the 50-year average in the week to September 11, data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD) showed, with central India receiving 142 per cent more rain. Overall, India has received 3 per cent more rain than average since the start of the monsoon season on June 1.

Monsoon rains 38% above-average this week: IMD

<a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/light-moderate-rainfall-expected-in-mumbai-today-indian-metrological-department-19653">Mumbai slowly came back to life on Wednesday,</a> a day after being indundated by heavy rain, its worst&nbsp;rain crisis since 2005.

Two toddlers were among 14 people killed&nbsp;in separate incidents in yesterday&#39;s deluge which&nbsp;destroyed homes and disrupted traffic in India&#39;s financial capital. As&nbsp;much as 300 mm&nbsp;of rainfall was recorded in some parts of the city Tuesday.

The absence of overnight rain and lighter rain than feared&nbsp;brought some respite and helped in rescue efforts today. 
 
Heavy rain is forecast in the next few hours.

The city and suburbs received a few showers in the last few hours but rainfall wasn&#39;t heavy like yesterday,&quot; said KS Hosalikar, a senior India Metrological Department official.

&quot;However in the next few hours Mumbai and adjourning areas are likely to get fairly widespread rainfall, which will be heavy in few pockets.&quot;

Traffic is plying normally in some areas. Traffic jams continue to pose hardship to motorists on&nbsp;roads and subways at Andheri, Santacruz and Khar.

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The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation is on priority tackling the traffic snarls caused by vehicles&nbsp;which were deserted by their owners after they suffered a breakdown or ran out of fuel. 
 
Rail operations have been restored on&nbsp;most lines. Long-distance passengers were a harried lot after&nbsp;some of the trains were cancelled. Six long distance trains between Mumbai and Delhi, Valsad and Punjab have been cancelled.

Local trains are behind schedule.&nbsp;

Several areas in the city including Khar, Linking Road and SV Road in Bandra, Parel, Kalina, Hindmata&nbsp;(Dadar) and Sion were still water-logged. However, in the absence of overnight rain, the water level&nbsp;at these places had receded.

Flights are operating normally.&nbsp;

Schools and colleges are closed today and citizens have been advised to stay at home today.

A man was found dead in his car in Mumbai&#39;s Sion locality.

A two-year-old girl was crushed under a wall which crashed during the rain in Vikhroli East.Two&nbsp;people were killed when a portion of a house collapsed in Vikhroli. In the adjoining suburb of&nbsp;Ghatkopar, an 18-month-old infant and a 40-year-old man died while being treated in hospital.

In Ghatkopar&#39;s Ambedkar Nagar, a 45-year-old man was killed, his wife and their minor children&nbsp;injured when a wall of their home crashed on them.

A doctor who went missing yesterday (August 29) has drowned in an open manhole in Dadar&#39;s&nbsp;Elphinstone&nbsp;area.&nbsp;Although the body has not been identified yet, it is suspected to be that of Dr Deepak&nbsp;Amarapurkar, HOD Gastroenterology, Bombay Hospital.

A dozen people, mainly senior citizens are reportedly missing across the city and are suspected to be&nbsp;out of communication.

The weather department has forecast &quot;heavy to very heavy rains&quot; in the entire coastal Konkan region&nbsp;of Maharashtra - &nbsp;which includes Mumbai - today.

The otherwise busy vegetable market of Dadar was deserted on Wednesday as the sellers sat awaiting customers.

The city&#39;s famed&nbsp;dabbawalas are not operating today and say they will resume services tomorrow.

Civic authorities are clearing slushy roads strewn with garbage, and are also gearing up to tackle&nbsp;rush of patients in municipal hospitals.

National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) said on Wednesday that ten of their teams are on standby in Mumbai and ready to be deployed, if need arises.

Navy personnel are providing food to those stranded in the heavy rain early morning today.

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The absence of overnight rain brought some respite

Mumbai slowly came back to life on Wednesday, a day after being indundated by heavy rain, its worst rain crisis since 2005. Two toddlers were among 14 people killed in separate incidents in yesterday's deluge which destroyed homes and disrupted traffic in India's financial capital. As much as 300 mm of rainfall was recorded in some parts of the city Tuesday. The absence of overnight rain and lighter rain than feared brought some respite and helped in rescue efforts today. Heavy rain is forecast in the next few hours. The city and suburbs received a few showers in the last few hours but rainfall wasn't heavy like yesterday," said KS Hosalikar, a senior India Metrological Department official. "However in the next few hours Mumbai and adjourning areas are likely to get fairly widespread rainfall, which will be heavy in few pockets." Traffic is plying normally in some areas. Traffic jams continue to pose hardship to motorists on roads and subways at Andheri, Santacruz and Khar. (Also Read: Ola, Uber offer free services to Mumbaikars, type promo code 'MUMBAIRAINS' on your phone) The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation is on priority tackling the traffic snarls caused by vehicles which were deserted by their owners after they suffered a breakdown or ran out of fuel. Rail operations have been restored on most lines. Long-distance passengers were a harried lot after some of the trains were cancelled. Six long distance trains between Mumbai and Delhi, Valsad and Punjab have been cancelled. Local trains are behind schedule. Several areas in the city including Khar, Linking Road and SV Road in Bandra, Parel, Kalina, Hindmata (Dadar) and Sion were still water-logged. However, in the absence of overnight rain, the water level at these places had receded. Flights are operating normally. Schools and colleges are closed today and citizens have been advised to stay at home today. A man was found dead in his car in Mumbai's Sion locality. A two-year-old girl was crushed under a wall which crashed during the rain in Vikhroli East.Two people were killed when a portion of a house collapsed in Vikhroli. In the adjoining suburb of Ghatkopar, an 18-month-old infant and a 40-year-old man died while being treated in hospital. In Ghatkopar's Ambedkar Nagar, a 45-year-old man was killed, his wife and their minor children injured when a wall of their home crashed on them. A doctor who went missing yesterday (August 29) has drowned in an open manhole in Dadar's Elphinstone area. Although the body has not been identified yet, it is suspected to be that of Dr Deepak Amarapurkar, HOD Gastroenterology, Bombay Hospital. A dozen people, mainly senior citizens are reportedly missing across the city and are suspected to be out of communication. The weather department has forecast "heavy to very heavy rains" in the entire coastal Konkan region of Maharashtra - which includes Mumbai - today. The otherwise busy vegetable market of Dadar was deserted on Wednesday as the sellers sat awaiting customers. The city's famed dabbawalas are not operating today and say they will resume services tomorrow. Civic authorities are clearing slushy roads strewn with garbage, and are also gearing up to tackle rush of patients in municipal hospitals. National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) said on Wednesday that ten of their teams are on standby in Mumbai and ready to be deployed, if need arises. Navy personnel are providing food to those stranded in the heavy rain early morning today. Watch:

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