On 3rd August, Mumbai witnessed severe rainfall which led to massive waterlogging and traffic snarls across the city. IMD had predicted that Mumbai would likely receive heavy rainfall at isolated places for three days starting Friday 2nd August along with heavy rainfall at isolated areas in Thane. Andheri Subway was shut down for commuters due to waterlogging. On the other hand, city's seven lakes have already crossed 80% capacity as Mumbai's water levels have risen significantly.
03 August,2024 03:30 PM IST
Mumbai rains is infamous for its torrential downpours, but beyond the picturesque scenes of rain-soaked streets, the impact on the city’s street vendors and hawkers is profound. For these resilient entrepreneurs, the rain brings both challenges and opportunities. From soggy stalls to reduced foot traffic, the monsoon can disrupt their daily earnings and daily lives. However, some find creative ways to adapt and even thrive despite the weather. In this vox pop, we delve into the real experiences of Mumbai’s street vendors and hawkers during the rains. We’ll hear their stories, uncover the hurdles they face, and explore how they navigate the storm to keep their businesses afloat. Stay tuned to understand the monsoon's true impact on their lives. Watch video
30 July,2024 06:10 PM IST
On July 25, 2024, Mumbai rains turned out to be fatal and caused substantial disruptions and hazards throughout the city. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Mumbai and neighbouring regions, predicting extremely heavy rainfall. The non-stop rain led to widespread waterlogging in areas such as Kurla, Andheri, BKC, and Chembur. The heavy rain significantly impacted transportation in Mumbai. Local train services are operating at reduced speeds due to poor visibility, and several trains were suspended. Flight operations at Mumbai airport are also heavily affected, with numerous flights delayed, diverted, or canceled.The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has recorded 46 incidents of fallen trees and branches, six short circuits, and eight cases of property damage.
25 July,2024 05:12 PM IST
Maharashtra faced severe disruption on July 25 due to heavy rainfall, severely impacting daily life. Major parts of the state, including Mumbai, experienced extensive waterlogging and flooding, making commuting a challenge for residents. Mumbai rains created a huge ruckus in the city. The weather department warned of gusty winds up to 50-60 kmph alongside the heavy rains. Temperatures were moderate, ranging from 24 to 29 degrees Celsius. Mumbai was issued a yellow warning for heavy showers on the 25th of July while an orange alert was issued for Palghar, Thane, Raigad, Satara, Ratnagiri, and Pune. Sindhudurg in the Konkan region also remained on yellow alert. The situation prompted authorities to advise caution and preparedness across the affected areas.
25 July,2024 11:32 AM IST
Heavy rains over the past two days have caused chaos in Mumbai, leading to severe waterlogging across many areas. Mumbai rains have caused issues for the daily commuters as they have been facing significant travel disruptions. The incessant monsoon showers have deeply impacted life in the city, and the situation is expected to worsen with the India Meteorological Department predicting heavy rainfall for the next 2-3 days. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Mumbai, forecasting intense showers on Monday. Since Sunday morning, Mumbai and its suburbs have already received more than 100 mm of rainfall in just 12 hours till 8 PM on July 21.
22 July,2024 11:58 AM IST
On Friday morning, 12th July, Mumbai woke up to heavy rains across the city. The incessant rains caused severe waterlogging across several areas in the city post Mumbai Rains. Massive waterlogging was witnessed at King’s Circle in Mumbai. Visuals of the waterlogged roads from the King's Circle area surfaced online wherein authorities in reflective rain gear could be seen giving directions to the driver to steer him clear of a dangerous spot. Pedestrians and vehicles crossed heavily waterlogged streets at the King’s Circle. The latest forecast predicts heavy to very heavy rains over Mumbai and MMR areas likely in next 48 hours which may create waterlogging as rain will be consistently moderate to heavy for at least next 24-36 hours.
12 July,2024 01:50 PM IST
Mumbai city experienced intense rainfall, with over 300 mm recorded in six hours from 1 am to 7 am on July 08, as reported by the BMC. Due to the heavy rains, Mumbai witnessed massive Waterlogging in many parts of the city. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for parts of central Maharashtra on July 7 and 8. Maharashtra is likely to see very heavy rainfall over the next five days. The heavy rain also led to the cancellation of some trains by the Central Railways. The BMC assured that all its departments are actively working to manage the situation. They also urged residents not to spread or trust rumors. The city's civic body emphasized the ongoing efforts to address any issues caused by the rainfall and advised everyone to stay informed through official channels for accurate updates.
08 July,2024 11:43 AM IST
In a tragic incident, as many as 14 people were killed after a massive hoarding collapsed in Maharashtra’s Ghatkopar on May 13. As per NDRF, 74 people have been rescued alive from the spot as the recuse operation is underway. NDRF has been conducting rescue operations for the trapped since Monday evening when the incident occurred due to heavy rains, strong winds. Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde rushed to the incident site and took stock of the rescue operation. He also announced an ex-gratia amount of Rs 5 lakh to the next of kin of the deceased. Taking to ‘X’, President Droupadi Murmu, VP Jagdeep Dhankhar mourned the deaths and prayed for speedy recovery of the injured.
14 May,2024 01:05 PM IST
A sudden dust storm and rain hit Mumbai, Thane, and nearby areas on 13th of May leaving localities in shock. The locals quickly took to social media to share images and videos of the intense storm. The visuals show strong winds, heavy rain, and reduced visibility due to the dust storm. The Regional Meteorological Center has issued yellow alert for Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg districts. These regions are very likely to receive thunderstorm accompanied with lightning & gusty winds (30-40kmph) at isolated places. According to weather department, Mumbai will receive light rain and thunder showers.
13 May,2024 04:40 PM IST
Delhi and Mumbai AQI have further slumped to ‘severe’ and ‘very poor’ respectively. On November 6th, a layer of haze enveloped Mumbai as air quality deteriorated. The overall AQI of the city stood at 301. Global warming and natural seasonal transitions have been credited for Mumbai’s smog. People have been advised to avoid prolonged outdoor visits. On the other hand, in Delhi, The air quality in Delhi is in the 'Severe' category as per the Central Pollution Control Board. While stubble burning in the neighbouring states of Punjab and Haryana are credited for creating smog in Delhi, in Punjab’s Firozpur, the stubble burning continued.
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