Mumbai Rains Live Updates: IMD Alert Downgraded To Orange; High Tide Batters City Coast

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Noted 'X' account Mumbai Rains which tracks downpours across the metropolitan region, made a post flagging the notable risks posed by falling trees in the coming months, tagging Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation.

A humble request to @mybmc, @MTPHereToHelp@Dev_Fadnavis @AshwiniBhide

Mumbai has unfortunately witnessed multiple tree fall incidents over the past few days, including tragic loss of lives along with heavy #MumbaiRains ⛈️🔴

With another active spell expected around July 4-7,… pic.twitter.com/EZn8T3kfQ1

— Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) July 2, 2026

A man died after being swept into an open manhole in Mumbai amid heavy rains. The incident occurred in the Chandivali area, where waterlogging apparently concealed the uncovered manhole. Fire brigade and civic disaster management teams conducted a search and operation and the man’s body was recovered.

Deputy Mayor Sanjay Ghadi said the civic body will file a case against the contractor, holding him responsible for “homicide”.

A 60-year-old man accidentally fell into a water drainage channel through an open manhole on Khairani Road in Mumbai's Sakinaka area on Thursday while repair work on a drainage grill was underway.

The man has been identified as Aslam Isak Shaikh, a resident of Yadav Nagar, Sakinaka. According to police, the incident occurred within the jurisdiction of the Sakinaka Police Station during ongoing civic repair work.

The Mumbai Fire Brigade was immediately alerted and launched a search-and-rescue operation.

#WATCH | Mumbai | Today, within the jurisdiction of Sakinaka Police Station, repair work on the water drainage grill was being carried out on Khairani Road. During the course of the work, a pedestrian, namely Aslam Isak Shaikh, aged 60 years, a resident of Yadav Nagar, Sakinaka,… pic.twitter.com/yDW5mcPLiq

— ANI (@ANI) July 2, 2026

On Mumbai rains, Maharashtra Minister Uday Samant says, "... From yesterday evening till today morning, rainfall reached 150, 175, even 200 millimetres in places. The figures have come to us. Chief Minister, Deputy Chief Minister, and our senior officials are closely monitoring the situation. They are gathering all information and ensuring that the people of Mumbai do not suffer. Our administration remains alert."

#WATCH | Mumbai: On Mumbai rains, Maharashtra Minister Uday Samant says, "... From yesterday evening till today morning, rainfall reached 150, 175, even 200 millimetres in places. The figures have come to us. Chief Minister, Deputy Chief Minister, and our senior officials are… pic.twitter.com/eQryWKPwOZ

— ANI (@ANI) July 2, 2026

High tide batters city coast as heavy rainfall continues. Visuals from Coastal Road.

VIDEO | Mumbai: High tide batters city coast as heavy rainfall continues. Visuals from Coastal Road.#MumbaiNews #Monsoon #HighTide

(Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/izRY3yMu3D

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 2, 2026

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has downgraded its nowcast warning from red to orange for parts of Maharashtra, while cautioning that moderate to intense spells of rain are very likely at isolated places over the next three hours.

The warning, issued at 1 pm on July 2, covers Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri and Sindhudurg, with residents advised to remain alert for heavy downpours and localised disruptions.
 

According to local weatherman Rushikesh Agre, Mumbai and surroundings will get on-off moderate to heavy showers for next few hours. At few places intense rain is possible. Rain will continue to increase as the day proceeds.

12:30 PM - Mumbai & surroundings will get on-off moderate to heavy showers for next few hours. At few places intense rain is possible 🟠

Rain will continue to increase as the day proceeds ⬆️⛈️
Check live updates before heading outdoors #MumbaiRains pic.twitter.com/ZjDgBuim2P

— Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) July 2, 2026

Heavy rains lashed Navi Mumbai overnight, flooding the Sanpada underpass and bringing vehicular movement to a standstill. The waterlogging left cars stranded and forced commuters to take long detours, triggering major traffic snarls across Palm Beach Road and nearby arterial routes during peak hours. 

(Photo: Shrikant Shankar/NDTV Profit)

Mumbai has been receiving heavy rainfall since morning. Visuals from CNG pump at Wadala which was shut down due to waterlogging. Watch video here:

VIDEO | Mumbai receiving heavy rainfall since morning. CNG pump at Vadala shut down due to waterlogging.#MumbaiRains #MumbaiNews

(Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/SIgFBs7Lpn

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 2, 2026

Heavy rains continue to batter the city as a large tree fell near Churchgate Station, damaging several vehicles. At least 3–4 vehicles were reportedly damaged in the incident. No casualties have been reported so far. Police and fire brigade teams reached the spot immediately and initiated relief and clearance operations. Efforts are underway to remove the tree and restore normal traffic flow in the area.

Mumbai, Maharashtra: Heavy rains continue to batter the city as a large tree fell near Churchgate Station, damaging several vehicles. At least 3–4 vehicles were reportedly damaged in the incident. No casualties have been reported so far. Police and fire brigade teams reached the… pic.twitter.com/XFi0Q7k3Wb

— IANS (@ians_india) July 2, 2026

Thane Mayor Sharmila Pimpalolkar has ordered a safety survey of dangerous trees across the city in the wake of the death of a student after a tree collapsed on a school bus in Mumbai during heavy rains.

She also mandated a re-survey of previously pruned trees to re-verify their structural stability. "Dangerous, dried or bent trees as well as large branches should be identified immediately and necessary action should be taken," the mayor instructed, emphasising the need for inter-departmental coordination to preemptively mitigate risks.

She also ordered the immediate clearance of branches left on roadsides post-pruning to avoid traffic obstructions during the monsoon. People have been urged to report hazardous trees to the Thane Municipal Corporation immediately.

A massive traffic snarl seen at Eastern Express Highway between Kurla- Sion due to heavy rainfall in Mumbai.

#WATCH | Maharashtra: A massive traffic snarl seen at Eastern Express Highway between Kurla- Sion due to heavy rainfall in Mumbai. pic.twitter.com/yYEYio0ib9

— ANI (@ANI) July 2, 2026

Mumbai woke up to another rain-soaked morning on Thursday as heavy showers inundated low-lying areas, slowing road and rail traffic and showing little sign of easing. Visuals from mini pumping station in Chunabhatti area.

VIDEO | Mumbai woke up to another rain-soaked morning on Thursday as heavy showers inundated low-lying areas, slowing road and rail traffic and showing little sign of easing. Visuals from mini pumping station in Chunabhatti area.#MumbaiRains #Monsoon #MumbaiNews

(Full video… pic.twitter.com/myQLavZFVe

— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 2, 2026

As per BMC, the eastern suburbs received the highest average rainfall of 189 mm in the 24 hours ending at 8 am on Thursday, followed by 172 mm in the island city and 165 mm in the western suburbs.

Among the highest rainfall readings, Santacruz SWM Workshop and the S Ward Office in Bhandup recorded 238.8 mm each, followed by Paspoli Municipal School in Powai (234.6 mm), Tagore Nagar Municipal School in Vikhroli (233.2 mm), Mithagar Municipal School in Mulund (226 mm), Andheri Fire Station (225.4 mm), F South Ward Office at Parel (222 mm) and G South Ward Office at Prabhadevi (220.4 mm).

The BMC said a high tide of 4.27 metres is expected at 1.45 pm on Thursday, while the next high tide of 3.71 metres is due at 1.31 am on Friday. A low tide of 1.82 metres is expected at 7.49 pm on Thursday.

Palghar disaster management cell chief Vivekanand Kadam stated that while the district has received very heavy rainfall, no major untoward incidents or casualties have been reported as of late Wednesday evening.

According to an official release by the Thane Municipal Corporation (TMC), the Mayor instructed civic officials to remain on high alert and deploy all necessary resources to ensure citizens do not face prolonged hardships.

According to officials, very heavy rains are likely in Thane district in the next three days. 

Several localities in Thane district, including Ambernath, Kalyan, and Bhiwandi, were completely flooded, leaving citizens stranded in various pockets as stormwater drains failed to cope with the deluge.

Visuals from the Eastern Express Highway as rain lashes various parts of Mumbai.

#WATCH | Maharashtra | Visuals from the Eastern Express Highway as rain lashes various parts of Mumbai.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Red Warning for Mumbai and surrounding districts, including Raigad, Palghar, and Thane pic.twitter.com/Q1Z63pU1ND

— ANI (@ANI) July 2, 2026

Severe flooding following heavy rainfall in Shilphata, Mumbai. Watch video:

Today, severe flooding following heavy rainfall in Shilphata, Mumbai, India. #MumbaiRains pic.twitter.com/3fPcVVXWyA

— Weather Monitor (@WeatherMonitors) July 1, 2026

Waterlogged railway tracks witnessed at Dadar Station in Mumbai as heavy rainfall continues in Mumbai. Watch video here:

#WATCH | Maharashtra: Waterlogged railway tracks witnessed at Dadar Station in Mumbai as heavy rainfall continues in the city pic.twitter.com/wVVaf990it

— ANI (@ANI) July 2, 2026

Hello Mumbaikars, here are some precautions you must follow as red alert is announced for three hours till 11:00 am.

• Avoid unnecessary travel during heavy rain spells.
• Stay away from waterlogged areas and flooded roads.
• Follow instructions issued by local administration and disaster management authorities.
• Keep track of official weather updates and emergency advisories.

The IMD said residents should take necessary precautions as intense rain spells are expected at isolated places across the warned districts during the validity period of the alert.

Stay safe!
 

Severe waterlogging witnessed in parts of Mumbai following heavy rainfall in the city. (Visuals from the Hindu Colony in Dadar).

#WATCH | Maharashtra | Severe waterlogging witnessed in parts of Mumbai following heavy rainfall in the city.

(Visuals from the Hindu Colony in Dadar) pic.twitter.com/sRFHxe4VFi

— ANI (@ANI) July 2, 2026

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Red Warning for Mumbai and three adjoining districts, warning of intense spells of rain at isolated places over the next few hours.

According to the weather bulletin issued at 7:45 am IST on July 2, the warning will remain valid for the next three hours. The districts covered under the red alert are Mumbai, Raigad, Palghar and Thane.

The IMD said intense rainfall activity is very likely at isolated locations in these districts, raising the risk of waterlogging, reduced visibility and disruptions to transport services during the morning hours.

According to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) monsoon report issued at 6 pm, the island city recorded an average rainfall of 49 mm between 8 am and 6 pm, while the eastern and western suburbs received 99 mm and 90 mm, respectively on July 1.

The India Meteorological Department's (IMD) Colaba and Santacruz observatories recorded 30 mm and 108 mm of rainfall, respectively, between 8.30 am and 5.30 pm, according to the BMC's monsoon report.

Heavy and persistent rains lashed Mumbai on the second consecutive day on Wednesday, with the eastern and western suburbs recording rainfall between 90 mm and 99 mm, causing waterlogging in several low-lying areas and disrupting road traffic and suburban train services.

In Ulhasnagar township in Thane district, floodwaters seeped into residential quarters, leaving a 70-year-old woman stranded inside her home in the Jijamata locality for hours before being rescued by fire brigade personnel.
 

From 8 AM on July 1, 2026, to 6 AM on July 2, 2026, Mumbai city recorded 134 mm, the eastern suburbs 164 mm, and the western suburbs 149 mm of rainfall. Places in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation area that recorded the highest rainfall.

🌧️दिनांक १ जुलै २०२६ रोजी सकाळी ८ ते दिनांक २ जुलै २०२६ रोजी सकाळी ६ वाजेपर्यंत मुंबई शहरात १३४ मिमी, पूर्व उपनगरात १६४ मिमी आणि पश्चिम उपनगरात १४९ मिमी पावसाची नोंद झाली.

बृहन्मुंबई महानगरपालिका क्षेत्रातील सर्वाधिक पावसाची नोंद झालेली ठिकाणे.#MyBMCUpdates #MumbaiRains pic.twitter.com/6BIctkdPmN

— माझी Mumbai, आपली BMC (@mybmc) July 2, 2026

Two teenage girls suffered an electric shock while wading through rainwater accumulated on the road near a bridge in Nerul area of Navi Mumbai and were hospitalised. The incident occurred near the Nerul LP Bridge amid heavy rains, said Sachin Kadam, chief of the disaster management cell. Kadam said the girls are undergoing treatment at the hospital and are out of danger. 

When asked about the circumstances leading to the incident, Kadam told PTI that the accumulated water might have become electrically charged, possibly after a part of an underground MSEB cable got exposed.

The girls are identified as Shubhangi Balkhande, 17 and Ujjwala Wagh, 19.

This was too depressing to watch!

Two college girls were electrocuted after rainwater under Nerul's LP Bridge became electrified due to a short circuit.

These politicians are living lavishly while ordinary people are left to die.
pic.twitter.com/31wJVdkmus

— Anuradha Tiwari (@talk2anuradha) July 1, 2026

The day's weather will see a high likelihood of rain throughout, with morning showers expected to bring about 33.0 mm of rainfall. Temperatures will range from 26.0°C in the early hours to peaking at 28.0°C during the evening, accompanied by humidity levels between 87% and 95%.

Cloud cover remains low, but rain persists into the night with an accumulation of up to 68.0 mm. Winds will vary slightly, reaching speeds from 15.2 km/h in the morning to a brisker 21.0 km/h by evening before settling at around 15.3 km/h through the nighttime hours.

(Source: Skymet)