Mumbai is experiencing heavy rainfall, leading to waterlogging in several parts of the city, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue an Orange alert. The Orange alert is in effect for August 16th and 17th, warning of the possibility of very heavy rain in isolated areas.
The heavy downpour has disrupted daily life, with waterlogging reported in areas like Andheri Subway, Kurla, Chembur, Milan Subway, SCLR Bridge, Gandhi Market, and Kings Circle. Vehicles have been seen wading through waterlogged streets, and authorities are urging citizens to avoid non-essential travel.
According to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), Malad received the highest rainfall at 85 mm, followed by Andheri with 72 mm and Powai with 70 mm in a single night. The IMD has indicated that the increased rainfall activity is expected to continue over Maharashtra from August 15th to 20th, 2025, due to a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal and an upper air cyclonic circulation. An east-west trough stretching from the Bay of Bengal to the northeast Arabian Sea is also contributing to the rain revival.
While Mumbai is under an Orange alert, neighboring Raigad was placed under a Red alert on August 16th, with the potential for extremely heavy rainfall in some areas. A landslide in Vikhroli West, triggered by the heavy rain, resulted in the death of two people and injuries to two others. The injured are currently receiving treatment at Rajawadi hospital.
The Mumbai Police have issued an advisory, urging citizens to avoid unnecessary travel and exercise caution while venturing out. The police have also been instructed to be on high alert and are ready to assist citizens in case of emergencies. The BMC has also cautioned citizens to take necessary safety measures and avoid unnecessary travel. The BMC has provided an emergency contact number for those in need.
Fishermen have been warned of squally weather conditions with wind speeds reaching 40-50 kmph, gusting to 60 kmph, along the North Konkan coasts and adjoining sea areas from August 15-16. Similar conditions with wind speeds reaching 45-55 kmph, gusting to 65 kmph, are expected from August 17-19.
Despite the heavy rainfall and associated challenges, some residents have welcomed the rain as a relief after weeks of sweltering heat and a dry spell. August typically brings an average of 566 mm of rain to Mumbai's suburbs, but until August 14th, Santacruz had recorded only 114 mm, highlighting a significant deficit that the recent showers have begun to address.
The current weather in Mumbai is light rain with a temperature of 27°C, feeling like 31°C, and humidity around 90%. The forecast for the next few days indicates a high probability of rain, with potential thunderstorms.
