Mumbai Rains Live Updates: Trains Delayed On Western Railway Amid Red Alert In Mumbai, Thane, Palghar
IMD has issued a red alert for Mumbai on Saturday and Sunday with heavy to very heavy rains and isolated extremely heavy rainfall.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Mumbai for Saturday and Sunday, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall at a few places with extremely heavy rainfall at isolated locations. Mumbai has been battered by rains throughout this week following the late onset of the monsoon, throwing normal life out of gear.
Due to heavy rainfall and waterlogging between Nalasopara & Virar, all Western Railway suburban local train services are delayed by 15–20 minutes, the Western Railway informed in a post on social media.
As per the IMD's district-wise forecast the city is likely to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall at a few places with isolated extremely heavy spells on July 4 and 5. The probability of the forecast was categorised as "very likely".
The IMD also forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places in Mumbai on Monday, while heavy rainfall is likely at a few places on Tuesday.
As per BMC officials, neighbouring Thane and Palghar districts have also been placed under a red alert for Saturday and Sunday, with a forecast of extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places. A red alert has also been sounded for neighbouring Raigad district for Friday and Saturday.
Emergency Helplines:
- Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation Helpline Number – 1916
- Palghar Helpline Number – 02525 297474, 91 82379 78873
- Thane Municipal Corporation Helpline Number – 022-25364779, 0222530 1740, 91 93723 38827
- Thane, Disaster Management Cell – 1800-222-108/8657887101
- Panvel Municipal Corporation Helpline Number – 02227458040/41/42
Mumbai Rains Live: Vande Bharat Express Cuts Through Heavily Waterlogged Railway Tracks
A stunning video of the Vande Bharat Express cutting through heavily waterlogged railway tracks near Kanjur Marg has gone viral amid Mumbai's relentless monsoon.
A stunning video of the Vande Bharat Express cutting through heavily waterlogged railway tracks near Kanjur Marg has gone viral amid Mumbai's relentless monsoon. Watch the dramatic moment that has everyone talking!
— Udit Mehta (@mehtaudit_101) July 4, 2026
*VCRO*#MumbaiRains #VandeBharat #Mumbai pic.twitter.com/HDNy1CA3QK
Mumbai Rains Live: IMD's Red Alert At 7
IMD expects intense spells of rain at isolated places across Mumbai, Thane and Palghar it said in its update at 7 p.m. on Saturday.
Mumbai Rains Live: Mayor Ritu Tawde Reviews Rain Situation
Mayor Ritu Tawde reviews rain situation at BMC Emergency Control Room, PTI reported.
VIDEO | Mumbai: Mayor Ritu Tawde reviews rain situation at BMC Emergency Control Room.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) July 4, 2026
(Source: Third Party)#Mumbai #MumbaiWeather #MumbaiRains pic.twitter.com/D6nlvSyWCr
Mumbai Rains Live: People Enjoying In Nalasopara
Nalasopara people were seen enjoying themselves in the floodwaters at Nagindas, turning the waterlogged streets into an impromptu recreational spot.
Nalasopara, Mumbai: People were seen enjoying themselves in the floodwaters at Nagindas, turning the waterlogged streets into an impromptu recreational spot. 🌧️#MumbaiRains #Monsoon pic.twitter.com/naR9k0ntwd
— Mukesh Prasad (@mksh_prsd) July 4, 2026
Mumbai Rains Live: IMD's Red Alert At 4
IMD expects intense spells of rain at isolated places across Mumbai, Thane and Palghar it said in its update at 4 p.m. on Saturday.
Mumbai Rains Live: Water Stagnates Between Nalasopara And Virar
Water staganted on tracks, especially between Nalasopara and Virar stations on the Western Railway line, affected the train services. While the railway administration said trains on the route were running 15 to 20 minutes behind the schedule, passengers complained that the operations came to a standstill.
Train traffic on other routes - Main and Harbour lines - were also affected.
Mumbai Rains Live: Low-Lying Areas Flooded
The heavy showers in Mumbai led to water-logging in several low-lying areas of the metropolis, including Andheri, Kurla, Sakinaka, Chembur, Santacruz, Goregaon and Powai, and crippled the services of the public transport utility as well posed difficulties for the users of private vehicles.
Mumbai Rains Live: BMC Shuts Andheri Subway And Other Key Roads Due To Flooding
The BMC said persistent rainfall has slowed down drainage operations.In view of the waterlogging and heavy rain, traffic movement has been stopped on some stretches.
Mumbai Rains Live: Under-Construction Structure Collapses In Bhandup
A structure under construction collapsed in Mumbai's Bhandup West on Saturday morning following heavy rainfall. Watch video here:
#WATCH | A structure under construction collapsed in Mumbai's Bhandup West on Saturday morning following heavy rainfall. #MumbaiRains pic.twitter.com/Q6MQu0pVKx
— Panigrahis (@jaijagannath081) July 4, 2026
Mumbai Rains Live: Severe Waterlogging In Madhuban Township, Vasai
Madhuban Township has turned into a river. Severe waterlogging has brought traffic and daily life to a standstill.
Madhuban Township has turned into a river. Severe waterlogging has brought traffic and daily life to a standstill, exposing a complete failure of infrastructure. Residents are suffering—who will take responsibility?#Madhuban #Vasai #Waterlogging #MumbaiRains @rushikesh_agre_ pic.twitter.com/6r6qEAaygr
— Vasai Virar Update (@vasaivirarinfra) July 4, 2026
Mumbai Rains Live: Kurla West Traffic Heavily Affected
A BEST bus is stuck due to severe waterlogging on Kale Marg near Kamani, Kurla West. Traffic movement in the area is heavily affected.
Motorists are advised to avoid Kale Marg towards Kamani/LBS Marg and use alternate routes until the water recedes. Commuters should expect delays in the area.
Traffic Alert: Kurla West
— ANIL GALGALI (@ANILGALGALIRTI) July 4, 2026
A BEST bus is stuck due to severe waterlogging on Kale Marg near Kamani, Kurla West. Traffic movement in the area is heavily affected.
Motorists are advised to avoid Kale Marg towards Kamani/LBS Marg and use alternate routes until the water recedes.… pic.twitter.com/Ae5TjYFoyp
(Source: Anil Galgali/X)
Mumbai Rains Live: 10 Videos Capture Havoc
Heavy monsoon showers battered Mumbai, throwing normal life out of gear as waterlogged roads, poor visibility and slow-moving traffic disrupted travel across several parts of the city. From flooded streets and stranded vehicles to commuters wading through knee-deep water, videos shared on social media captured the scale of the rain-induced chaos.
Mumbai Rains Live: Heavy Congestion In Vasai
Heavy traffic congestion reported near the Range Office, Vasai East due to ongoing rain. Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible.
🚨 Traffic Alert | Vasai East
— Vasai Virar Update (@vasaivirarinfra) July 4, 2026
Heavy traffic congestion reported near the Range Office, Vasai East due to ongoing rain. Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible.#Vasai #TrafficAlert #VasaiEast #MumbaiRains pic.twitter.com/mGFSnFsDIG
Mumbai Rains Live: List Of Road Closures In Andheri, Vikroli
The following roads have been closed to traffic:
- Noor-e-Ilahi Service Road (Chembur)
- Veera Desai Road (Andheri)
- Municipal Market Road
- Swami Vivekananda Marg (Andheri)
- Andheri Subway
- Huma Mall Junction (Vikhroli)
- Gandhinagar Junction
- Paresh Park Market.
The Municipal Corporation administration urges citizens to take note of this and avoid traveling on these roads.
Mumbai Rains Live: CR Says Trains Running Normally
The Central Railway in its 2 pm update said that the suburban local trains, are operating normally.
𝑴𝒖𝒎𝒃𝒂𝒊 𝑺𝒖𝒃𝒖𝒓𝒃𝒂𝒏 𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒊𝒏 𝑼𝒑𝒅𝒂𝒕𝒆
— DRM Mumbai CR (@drmmumbaicr) July 4, 2026
04.07.2026
14:00 pm@Central_Railway @YatriRailways pic.twitter.com/YdnzfsNf1U
Mumbai Rains Live: Average Rainfall Till 2 Pm
Average rainfall from 8 am to 2 pm on July 4, 2026:
- Mumbai City : 42 mm
- Eastern Suburbs : 118 mm
- Western Suburbs: 99 mm
Mumbai Rains Live: Mogra Nala Overflows
Due to extremely heavy rainfall, the Mogra Nala is overflowing, and the smaller drains connected to the Mogra Nala system are also running full. Consequently, waterlogging has occurred on some roads in the area.
Mumbai Rains Live: Suburban Local Train Alert
Due to heavy rainfall and waterlogging between Nalasopara & Virar, all Western Railway suburban local train services are delayed by 15–20 minutes.
The Western Railway urged passengers to plan their journey accordingly.
Mumbai Rains Live: 2A Metro Technical Glitch Resolved
Earlier, in a post on X, the MMMOCL said trains between Dahanukarwadi and Dahisar East were being operated on a single-line bi-directional system, allowing movement in both directions on one track under regulated operations.
It stated that technical teams responded immediately, operated services on the unaffected track during the repair work to minimise inconvenience to commuters, and resumed normal operations on both tracks after resolving the issue.
"The technical issue has now been fully resolved, and Metro services on both tracks have resumed normal operations," MMMOCL said.
Mumbai Rains Live: Technical Glitch At Mumbai Metro
A technical glitch briefly affected operations on Mumbai's Metro Line 2A, causing train delays during the peak hour. A technical glitch between Dahisar East and Kandarpada metro stations on Line 2A, which runs between Dahisar East and Andheri West, affected the operation.
Metro services are widely used by commuters during the monsoon to avoid traffic congestion caused by waterlogging.
Mumbai Rains Live: Kids Play In Water As Schools Shut
Following the IMD's red alert for the city and the forecast of heavy to very heavy rainfall, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has ordered all schools and colleges in Mumbai to remain closed as a precautionary measure. Following the closure of schools, children were seen playing in the rainwater at several places.
Mumbai, Maharashtra: Following the IMD's red alert for the city and the forecast of heavy to very heavy rainfall, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has ordered all schools and colleges in Mumbai to remain closed as a precautionary measure. The administration has… pic.twitter.com/xPOdkCNUvu
— IANS (@ians_india) July 4, 2026
Mumbai Rains: Traffic Affected On WEH
Continuous heavy rainfall has affected traffic movement, with vehicles moving slowly on the Western Express Highway in Goregaon. Traffic congestion has been reported between Kandivali, Malad, Goregaon, Jogeshwari, and Andheri due to rain, waterlogging, and poor visibility.
Mumbai, Maharashtra: Continuous heavy rainfall has affected traffic movement, with vehicles moving slowly on the Western Express Highway in Goregaon. Traffic congestion has been reported between Kandivali, Malad, Goregaon, Jogeshwari, and Andheri due to rain, waterlogging, and… pic.twitter.com/0KtR36tUwE
— IANS (@ians_india) July 4, 2026
Mumbai Rains Live: Massive Landslides Hit Varandha Ghat, Sinhagad Fort
Relentless monsoon showers across western Maharashtra triggered landslides at Varandha Ghat and near the entrance of Sinhagad Fort in Pune, prompting authorities to temporarily shut down tourist access to the fort and launch emergency clearance on a key highway.
Mumbai Rains Live: Waterlogging In Vikhroli
Downpour lashed the eastern suburbs as well, with Vikhroli logging 143 mm. The following photo is from Tagore Nagar, Vikroli.
Mumbai Rains: Visuals from Tagore Nagar, Vikhroli
(Photo: Pratiksha Thayil)
Mumbai Rains Live: Andheri Subway Shut
Andheri Subway has been shut due to severe waterlogging caused by continuous rainfall, disrupting traffic between Andheri East and Andheri West.
Mumbai, Maharashtra: Andheri Subway has been shut due to severe waterlogging caused by continuous rainfall, disrupting traffic between Andheri East and Andheri West pic.twitter.com/cqYVKonE0I
— IANS (@ians_india) July 4, 2026
Mumbai Rains Live: Mumbai Schools Shut For Afternoon Session
The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall to the Mumbai metropolitan area. In view of this, keeping students' safety in mind, all schools and colleges in Mumbai have been declared closed for the afternoon session today, July 4, 2026.
Mumbai Rains Live: Andheri-Saki Naka Waterlogged
Andheri-Saki Naka area has been severely waterlogged. Some parts of Andheri are in the low-lying areas especially the subway which gets flooded in every monsoon.
Andheri-Sakinaka severely Waterlogged 🔴#MumbaiRainspic.twitter.com/7aIXxR4AcB
— Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) July 4, 2026
Mumbai Rains Live: High And Low Tides Today
High tides are expected at 2.50 pm with a height of 4.26 metres on Saturday and at 2.52 am on Sunday with a height of 3.60 metres, while the low tide is scheduled at 8.56 pm on Saturday at 1.66 metres and at 8.22 am on Sunday at 1.28 metres.
Mumbai Rains Live: Rainfall Record In Eastern Suburbs
Downpour lashed the eastern suburbs as well, with Vikhroli logging 143 mm, followed by Ghatkopar at 136.4 mm, Mankhurd at 134.2 mm, Chembur at 127.6 mm, and Maharashtra Nagar in Mankhurd at 124 mm.
Mumbai Rains Live: Parel Receives Highest Rainfall In City
In the island city, Parel received 141.8 mm, followed by Matunga-Dadar with 135.2 mm, Fort with 120.8 mm, Wadala with 118.3 mm and Lower Parel with 118 mm.
Mumbai Rains Live: Bandra Recorded Highest Rainfall
As per the data shared by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), in the western suburbs, Bandra (H West ward office) recorded the highest rainfall at 150.6 mm, followed by Supari Tank, Bandra (146 mm) and Pali Chimbai, Bandra (143.2 mm).
Mumbai Rains Live: Light Rain In Kings Circle
The King's Circle area of Mumbai experiences light rain as IMD has issued a 'Red Alert' in the city, forecasting "very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall."
#WATCH | Maharashtra | The King's Circle area of Mumbai experiences light rain as IMD has issued a 'Red Alert' in the city, forecasting "very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall." pic.twitter.com/fX418fewoh
— ANI (@ANI) July 4, 2026
Mumbai Rains Live: Water Level In Mumbai Lakes Stays Below 10%
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has released its latest report on the water stock across the seven key reservoirs supplying the city, revealing that collective water levels currently stand at just 9.41% of their total capacity of 1,447,363 million litres.
Mumbai Rains Live: Huge Tree Collapses In Dadar
A huge tree was uprooted and crashed onto the roof of the Minatai Flower Market in Dadar in the early hours of Saturday, causing substantial damage to the market's shed structure.
Mumbai Rains Live: BMC's Latest Update
Mumbai woke up to pounding rain on Tuesday, and there’s no sign of it letting up. Continuous heavy to extremely heavy showers are expected to batter the city and suburbs through the day, with gusty winds of 50 to 60 kmph adding to the chaos.
The BMC said that By 8:00 am, the city had already recorded 99 mm of rain. The Eastern Suburbs saw 98 mm, while the Western Suburbs logged 94 mm.And it’s not just the rain. There’s a high tide alert at 2:50 pm — waves are expected to rise up to 4.26 meters.
Residents are being urged to stay away from the coast during this period.
So if you’re heading out, carry an umbrella, expect delays, and avoid low-lying areas and the seafront this afternoon.Stay safe and dry.
Mumbai Rains Live: Are Schools, Colleges Closed Today?
Heavy rainfall and a Red Alert issued by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), have lead to uncertainty about whether educational institutions across Mumbai are open on Saturday, July 4.
Mumbai Rains Live: Nowcast Warning At 9:30 am
Nowcast Warning
- Date: 04-07-2026
- Time of Issue: 0930 am
- Validity: 3 hours
- Red Warning
- Weather: Intense spells of rain very likely to occur at isolated places.
- Districts: Raigad, Mumbai, Thane, Palghar.
Mumbai Rains Live: Heavy Rainfall In Vasai-Virar
Heavy rainfall continued to lash Vasai–Virar amid a Red Alert issued for Palghar district, worsening the situation in several areas. Severe waterlogging was reported in the Tulinj and Alliance Hospital Road areas, with floodwater entering several residential societies and shops.
Nalasopara, Maharashtra: Heavy rainfall continued to lash Vasai–Virar amid a Red Alert issued for Palghar district, worsening the situation in several areas. Severe waterlogging was reported in the Tulinj and Alliance Hospital Road areas, with floodwater entering several… pic.twitter.com/InV3sphMrW
— IANS (@ians_india) July 4, 2026
Mumbai Rains Live: Schools In Thane Closed
Considering the alert of heavy rainfall, a holiday has been declared for all anganwadis, primary, secondary, and higher secondary schools of all mediums in Thane district on July 4, 2026.
Mumbai Rains Live: Waterlogging In Nalasopara
Nalasopara: Heavy waterlogging was witnessed outside Nalasopara Railway Station following continuous heavy rainfall. Commuters were seen wading through knee-deep water to reach the station, facing significant inconvenience
Nalasopara, Maharashtra: Heavy waterlogging was witnessed outside Nalasopara Railway Station following continuous heavy rainfall. Commuters were seen wading through knee-deep water to reach the station, facing significant inconvenience pic.twitter.com/22UxODuHrx
— IANS (@ians_india) July 4, 2026
Mumbai Rains Live: Milind Deora Wants Guilty Contractors To Be Arrested
Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora says, "Mumbai has issued a Red Alert. There is unprecedented rainfall in the city. There are complains about how the municipality is performing. I too as a Mumbaikar, not as an MP, have complained. I am demanding accountability. I too will be meeting the Municipal Commissioner to ensure that any officer, any contractor who is guilty of negligence should not just be suspended or blacklisted but should be arrested.
#WATCH | Mumbai, Maharashtra: Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora says, "Mumbai has issued a Red Alert. There is unprecedented rainfall in the city. There are complains about how the municipality is performing. I too as a Mumbaikar, not as an MP, have complained. I am demanding… pic.twitter.com/uA8Yj3Rhfe
— ANI (@ANI) July 3, 2026
Mumbai Rains Live: Emergency Helplines
Emergency Helplines:
- Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation Helpline Number – 1916
- Palghar Helpline Number – 02525 297474, 91 82379 78873
- Thane Municipal Corporation Helpline Number – 022-25364779, 0222530 1740, 91 93723 38827
- Thane, Disaster Management Cell – 1800-222-108/8657887101
- Panvel Municipal Corporation Helpline Number – 02227458040/41/42
Mumbai Rains Live: Weather Forecast For The Weekend
A forecast of heavy rainfall has been issued for Mumbai city along with the districts of Raigad, Thane, Palghar, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg from July 4 to 6. Additionally, there is a possibility of moderate to heavy rainfall in the ghat areas of Satara, Pune, and Nashik districts in central Maharashtra during this period.
Mumbai Rains Live: Fadnavis Urges Citizens To Remain Vigilant
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis urged citizens to remain vigilant during this period. Extra caution is essential, especially when traveling in low-lying areas and on ghat roads. In emergency situations, contact local emergency numbers, as urged by the state's disaster management department.
4 ते 6 जुलै दरम्यान मुंबई-एमएमआर, कोकण आणि मध्य महाराष्ट्रातील घाट परिसरात मुसळधार पावसाचा अंदाज
— CMO Maharashtra (@CMOMaharashtra) July 3, 2026
मुंबई शहरासह रायगड, ठाणे, पालघर, रत्नागिरी आणि सिंधुदुर्ग जिल्ह्यांमध्ये 4 ते 6 जुलै दरम्यान मुसळधार पावसाचा अंदाज वर्तविण्यात आला आहे. तसेच, मध्य महाराष्ट्रातील सातारा, पुणे आणि…
Mumbai Rains Live: Kalyan-Dombivali Schools Closed
Following the regional weather account's alerts regarding heavy rainfall, a holiday has been declared for Kalyan-Dombivali schools within the municipal limits on July 4.
प्रादेशिक हवामान खाते, यांच्या अतिवृष्टी च्या इशाऱ्या अनुषंगाने महापालिका हद्दीतील शाळांना ०४ जुलै रोजी सुट्टी जाहीर.#kdmc #kdmcupdates pic.twitter.com/5JS2gsZNJd
— कल्याण डोंबिवली महानगरपालिका - KDMC (@KDMCOfficial) July 3, 2026
Mumbai Rains Live: Andheri Subway Is Open
Despite the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a high alert and continuous rainfall across the city, the Andheri East Subway remains open. No waterlogging has been reported at the subway, and vehicular traffic is moving smoothly without any major disruption
Andheri East Subway, Maharashtra: Despite the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing a high alert and continuous rainfall across the city, the Andheri East Subway remains open. No waterlogging has been reported at the subway, and vehicular traffic is moving smoothly… pic.twitter.com/stgkboFTG8
— IANS (@ians_india) July 4, 2026
Mumbai Rains Live: Mumbai Witnesses Severe Waterlogging
Several parts of Mumbai witnessed severe waterlogging on Saturday following heavy rainfall that lashed the city since early morning, disrupting traffic and affecting normal life.
Visuals from the Andheri, Kurla East, Matunga, Chembur, Kings Circle and Gandhi Market areas showed waterlogged roads.
Mumbai Rains Live: Visuals From Marine Drive
Morning visuals from Marine Drive as light rain lashes various parts of Mumbai. IMD has placed the city is on red alert today.
#WATCH | Maharashtra: Morning visuals from Marine Drive as light rain lashes various parts of Mumbai. pic.twitter.com/Kq8s1lLBT6
— ANI (@ANI) July 4, 2026
Mumbai Rains Live: BMC Report On Rainfall
Places in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation area that recorded the highest rainfall from 8 AM on July 3, 2026, to 6 AM on July 4, 2026, are as follows:
🌧️बृहन्मुंबई महानगरपालिका क्षेत्रात दिनांक ३ जुलै २०२६ रोजी सकाळी ८ ते दिनांक ४ जुलै २०२६ रोजी सकाळी ६ वाजेपर्यंत सर्वाधिक पावसाची नोंद झालेली ठिकाणे पुढीलप्रमाणे :-#MyBMCUpdates #MumbaiRains pic.twitter.com/Y6nw8BNIux
— माझी Mumbai, आपली BMC (@mybmc) July 4, 2026
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