Monsoon rains have disrupted normal life in western India with waterlogging. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert across Mumbai and nearby regions over the weekend as heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected, with extremely heavy rainfall at isolated locations. A red alert has also been issued in Thane, Palghar and Raigad. This comes as an active southern monsoon system advances in Maharashtra.According to the weather department, intense monsoon activity is expected to continue till July 7. The heavy rains could also result in flooding, waterlogging, and overflowing of rivers, causing inconvenience for travellers.&nbsp;

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Mumbai has been receiving heavy rainfall for the last three days, with 111.8 mm of rain recorded at Colaba on Friday (Jul 3). The weather station recorded a total of 339.6 mm of rain in the last three days. Meanwhile, at Santacruz, 401.9 mm of rain occurred in the last three days, with 101 mm on Friday (Jul 3).Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/is-india-s-monsoon-changing-what-monsoon-2026-reveals-about-climate-trends-wion-decodes-1782817425856">Is India’s monsoon changing? What monsoon 2026 reveals about climate trends | WION Decodes</a><h2>Gujarat rainfall causes waterlogging</h2>Intense rainfall in parts of Gujarat has resulted in severe waterlogging and has left travellers stranded. Incessant downpours in Jamnagar district flooded the Dhrol area, forcing residents to wade through waist-deep waters.According to IMD, Rajkot witnessed heavy rainfall on Friday (Jul 3). For Saturday (Jul 4), the weather department has issued a warning for thunderstorms accompanied by heavy rains in parts of the region. Similar weather conditions are likely to continue on Sunday (Jul 5).According to IMD, the southwest monsoon has advanced into parts of the north Arabian Sea, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and parts of Rajasthan and Haryana.

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The IMD also reported very heavy rainfall at isolated locations in south Gujarat's Valsad and Daman, as well as across the Saurashtra districts of Junagadh, Amreli, Gir Somnath, Jamnagar and Porbandar. Meanwhile, continuous rainfall caused the water level at the Gira Waterfalls in Waghai to rise significantly.Watch | Rainiest place on Earth runs dry: Meghalaya records shocking 74% rainfall deficit<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/rainiest-place-on-earth-runs-dry-meghalaya-records-shocking-74-rainfall-deficit-1783100517113/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/rainiest-place-on-earth-runs-dry-meghalaya-records-shocking-74-rainfall-deficit-1783100517113/embed</a>

IMD has issued a red alert for Mumbai, Thane, Palghar and Raigad as heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is expected till July 7. The active monsoon may trigger flooding, waterlogging and travel disruptions.

Monsoon rains have disrupted normal life in western India with waterlogging. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert across Mumbai and nearby regions over the weekend as heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected, with extremely heavy rainfall at isolated locations. A red alert has also been issued in Thane, Palghar and Raigad. This comes as an active southern monsoon system advances in Maharashtra. According to the weather department, intense monsoon activity is expected to continue till July 7. The heavy rains could also result in flooding, waterlogging, and overflowing of rivers, causing inconvenience for travellers.

IMD has issued a red alert for Mumbai, Thane, Palghar and Raigad as heavy to extremely heavy rainfall is expected till July 7. The active monsoon may trigger flooding, waterlogging and travel disruptions.

Mumbai on red alert as IMD warns of heavy rain; severe waterlogging in Gujarat

Incessant rains have battered Mumbai, resulting in a flood-like situation in many parts of the city. The waterlogging has brought the city to a standstill, disrupting traffic on roads, affecting local train operations, and leading to flight delays on Tuesday (Aug 19). While the current situation in India’s financial capital has caused inconvenience for residents, some have found joy in swimming in the waterlogged streets.&nbsp;A video surfaced on social media showing a young boy swimming on a flooded road in Mumbai. The incident was captured outside a mall in the city. Some other kids were also seen sitting and wading in the water, turning the chaos into laughter. The clip was widely shared on social media.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Kids enjoying the swimming 🥽 outside oberoi mall. Massive Mumbai Rains 😨 but let&#39;s thank our municipality for the year to year hardwork they do so you can enjoy swimming on the roads and make it a mumbai Waterpark<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MumbaiRains?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MumbaiRains</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MumbaiRain?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MumbaiRain</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Rain?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Rain</a> <a href="https://t.co/skFiSYevMr">pic.twitter.com/skFiSYevMr</a>&mdash; Vishvendra (@AbsoluteVish) <a href="https://twitter.com/AbsoluteVish/status/1957703050845388827?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Several other videos also surfaced on social media. Another video showed a car stuck in a flooded underpass in Thane, the a city adjoining Mumbai. Two people were stuck in the car and were reportedly rescued by locals.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Car stuck in underpass in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/thane?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#thane</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MumbaiRains?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MumbaiRains</a><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Waterlogging?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Waterlogging</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Flood?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Flood</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Rain?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Rain</a> <a href="https://t.co/oEMYfam2NC">pic.twitter.com/oEMYfam2NC</a>&mdash; Saurabh Yadav (@saurabhydv676) <a href="https://twitter.com/saurabhydv676/status/1957725905742119366?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The tracks of Mumbai’s local train were also seen waterlogged amid extreme rainfall.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">VIDEO | Maharashtra: Incessant rain has caused waterlogging in several parts of Mumbai, including railway tracks, affecting local train services. Visuals from Wadala. (Full video available on PTI Videos – <a href="https://t.co/n147TvrpG7">https://t.co/n147TvrpG7</a>) <a href="https://t.co/u4x0qTifkw">pic.twitter.com/u4x0qTifkw</a>&mdash; Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) <a href="https://twitter.com/PTI_News/status/1957688296022364633?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

High tide was also seen at the Gateway of India.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Breaking?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Breaking</a> Mumbai has come to a standstill Look at the condition of Gate Bay of India <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mumbai?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mumbai</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BigNews?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BigNews</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Rain?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Rain</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Flood?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Flood</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/sea?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#sea</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/viral?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#viral</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/gatewayofindia?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#gatewayofindia</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Mumbaiairport?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Mumbaiairport</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Trending?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Trending</a> <a href="https://t.co/1oUf3FMZUv">pic.twitter.com/1oUf3FMZUv</a>&mdash; Mukund Shahi (@Mukundshahi73) <a href="https://twitter.com/Mukundshahi73/status/1957762572926550410?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Flight operations were also disrupted at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, leading to over 250 flights delays.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Condition of Mumbai Airport now. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MumbaiRains?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MumbaiRains</a> <a href="https://t.co/BKJb0LRL6j">pic.twitter.com/BKJb0LRL6j</a>&mdash; United India360 (@UnitedIndia360) <a href="https://twitter.com/UnitedIndia360/status/1957732424693215476?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall in Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad, and the Ghats of Pune. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Tuesday declared a holiday for all government and semi-government offices in the city and urged private organisations to allow employees to work from home. Schools and colleges remained were also closed as extremely heavy showers were predicted in the city and adjoining districts on Tuesday. The authorities have advised resident not to step out of their homes unless necessary. According to the weather department, several parts of the city recorded over 200 mm of rain in the last 24 hours. Vikhroli in the eastern suburbs observed the highest at 255.5 mm as per data from IMD. &nbsp;

People took to social media to capture normal life being disrupted amid heavy rainfall in Mumbai, which has resulted in flood-like situation in the city and adjoining areas.

Incessant rains have battered Mumbai, resulting in a flood-like situation in many parts of the city. The waterlogging has brought the city to a standstill, disrupting traffic on roads, affecting local train operations, and leading to flight delays on Tuesday (Aug 19). While the current situation in India’s financial capital has caused inconvenience for residents, some have found joy in swimming in the waterlogged streets. A video surfaced on social media showing a young boy swimming on a flooded road in Mumbai. The incident was captured outside a mall in the city. Some other kids were also seen sitting and wading in the water, turning the chaos into laughter. The clip was widely shared on social media.

People took to social media to capture normal life being disrupted amid heavy rainfall in Mumbai, which has resulted in flood-like situation in the city and adjoining areas.

WATCH | Boy swims on road, car stuck in underpass: Flood-like situation in Mumbai amid heavy rainfall

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.

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