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Here is a quick wrap up of Mumbai rains on August 18:
IMD issues red alert for Mumbai
Waterlogging reported across several regions in Mumbai
Skynet AVM says rains to worsen over the next 48 hours
Mumbai receives over 170 mm rainfall in one day
Mumbai crosses monthly rainfall average in just three days
Cops rescue children from stranded school bus
Waterlogging in railway tracks
Nine flights abort landing in Mumbai
Wall collapsed in Chembur over seven huts
Local trains face up to 20-30 minutes of delay, metro runs without problem
BMC shuts schools and colleges for Aug 19, that is, Tuesday
Six lakes supplying water to Mumbai overflow
Heavy rains wreaked havoc across several states on Monday with Maharashtra being the worst-hit where seven people lost their lives, over 200 people were stranded and five reported missing prompting authorities to deploy the Army for rescue efforts.
Multiple landslides in Himachal Pradesh led to closure of nearly 400 roads.
In the cloudburst-hit village in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, two more bodies were recovered from the debris taking the death toll in the August 14 disaster to 63, as a search operation continued for the fifth day despite intermittent rains.
Heavy rains wreaked havoc across several states on Monday with Maharashtra being the worst-hit where seven people lost their lives, over 200 people were stranded and five reported missing prompting authorities to deploy the Army for rescue efforts.
Multiple landslides in Himachal Pradesh led to closure of nearly 400 roads.
In the cloudburst-hit village in Jammu and Kashmir’s Kishtwar district, two more bodies were recovered from the debris taking the death toll in the August 14 disaster to 63, as a search operation continued for the fifth day despite intermittent rains.
The Indian Meteorological Department has changed its warning from red to yellow for Mumbai city, suburbs and Thane as downpour settles.
The Indian Meteorological Department has changed its warning from red to yellow for Mumbai city, suburbs and Thane as downpour settles.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation said in post on X that, "the municipal machinery has made relentless efforts, and water accumulated in low-lying areas has been drained quickly."
"Traffic is running smoothly in areas such as Hindmata, Gandhi Market, King's Circle, Dadar Railway Station, Hindu Colony, Andheri Subway, Shivdi Railway Station, and Na. M. Joshi Marg," it added.
🌧️बृहन्मुंबई महानगरपालिका क्षेत्रात आज सकाळपासून अतिमुसळधार पाऊस कोसळला. महानगरपालिकेच्या यंत्रणेने अथक प्रयत्न केले आणि सखल भागात साचलेल्या पाण्याचा वेगाने निचरा झाला.
— माझी Mumbai, आपली BMC (@mybmc) August 18, 2025
🌧️हिंदमाता, गांधी मार्केट, किंग्ज सर्कल, दादर रेल्वे स्थानक, हिंदू कॉलनी, अंधेरी भुयारी मार्ग, शिवडी रेल्वे… pic.twitter.com/fLOa9Xmkwj
Six of the seven lakes supplying water to Mumbai have begun overflowing amid heavy rains, BMC said. The combined water level in these lakes now stands at 91.18%, it said.
(Source: PTI)
Six of the seven lakes supplying water to Mumbai have begun overflowing amid heavy rains, BMC said. The combined water level in these lakes now stands at 91.18%, it said.
(Source: PTI)
Vihar Lake, Mumbai. One of the seven overflowing lakes. (Image: BMC X Account)
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation announced a holiday for schools in Mumbai on August 19. The decision was taken in the view of red alert issued for Mumbai and suburbs tomorrow.
"The India Meteorological Department has issued a Red Alert warning (extremely heavy rainfall), for Mumbai City and Suburbs tomorrow i.e. Tuesday, 19th August 2025. In view of the same, District Disaster Management Authority (BMC), hereby declares a holiday for all Government, Private and Municipal schools and colleges in Mumbai (City and Suburbs)."
📢 All schools and colleges in Mumbai (City and Suburbs) will remain closed tomorrow, 19th August 2025 (Tuesday).
— माझी Mumbai, आपली BMC (@mybmc) August 18, 2025
🌧 The India Meteorological Department has issued a Red Alert warning (extremely heavy rainfall), for Mumbai City and Suburbs tomorrow i.e. Tuesday, 19th August…
Several persons were seen carrying ailing kin on their backs to gain access to the Maa General Hospital, which is run by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation.
Pumps had to be deployed at the hospital to tackle waterlogging, a civic official said.
(Source: PTI)
Police rescued six children and two staff members from a school bus stranded on a waterlogged street in Matunga area of Mumbai amid heavy rainfall on Monday, officials said.
The bus was transporting the children and staff after their school declared a half-day due to incessant rains lashing the city.
Following the rescue, the children were then taken to the Matunga police station for safety reasons, an official said.
(Source: PTI)
Central Railway spokesperson Swapnil Nila said that tracks were submerged at Sion, Govandi, Mankhurd, Chembur and Kurla, while water had accumulated at some other places on the network due to rains.
"Suburban services on Harbour line were running at least 20-22 minutes late. The delay on the Main line is 20-25 minutes. Due to continuous rains, there is delay due to issue of visibility," Nila said.
CR said it had deployed personnel along its tracks in low-lying areas like Dadar, Parel, Byculla, Matunga, Wadala, Chembur, Mankhurd, Chunabhatti etc.
(Source: PTI)
An IndiGo aircraft stationed at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport amid the rising water level of the nearby Mithi River due to heavy rainfall, at Kurla. (Image: PTI)
A total of nine flights had to perform a go-around and abort landing at Mumbai Airport due to incessant rains.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an 'orange alert' for Amravati and Gadchiroli and 'yellow alert' for Nagpur and some other districts in Maharashtra's Vidarbha region over the next two days.
The districts for which it has issued a 'yellow alert' also include Wardha, Bhandara, Gondia, Chandrapur, Amravati, Akola, Yavatmal, Buldhana and Washim.
"The reason behind this active weather over Vidarbha is because the Monsoon Trough (one of the semi permanent features of South West Monsoon) is south of its normal position," IMD Regional Centre Official Dr. Praveen Kumar said.
(Source: PTI)
Talking to PTI reported Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said that within 7-8 hours on Monday, Mumbai has received 177 millimetres of rain and more is expected throughout the day.
He urged everyone to take necessary precautions and also informed that instances of waterlogging have been reported at 14 places in the metropolis.
"Offices have been told to allow workers to leave for home at 4pm. After 6.30 pm, 3m to 4m tides are expected. The decision on closure of schools on Tuesday will be taken at an appropriate time. Citizens must not venture out without reason," he said.
(Source: PTI)
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation or BMC staff has been performing on ground operations in attempts provide short term relief from water-logging caused due to very heavy rains in the city, with a special focus on storm water drainage systems and sewerage management.
🌧️⛈️ पावसाचा जोर कितीही असो,
— माझी Mumbai, आपली BMC (@mybmc) August 18, 2025
💪 मुंबईचे स्वच्छतेचे शिलेदार मात्र थांबत नाहीत!
🚮🧹 रस्ते व सार्वजनिक ठिकाणे स्वच्छ ठेवण्यासाठी बृहन्मुंबई महानगरपालिकेच्या कामगारांचे अखंड, अथक प्रयत्न 👷♂️✨🙏
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🌧️⛈️ Irrespective of the intensity of rainfall,
💪 the dedicated sanitation… pic.twitter.com/nSl9l8r2ip
Mumbai Metro Line 2A and Line 7 have turned into the new life line for Mumbaikars, amidst the heavy downpour in the city today.
Read full story here.
For what he referred to as one of the longest spell of rains that Mumbai has had, GP Sharma, Air Vice Marshal or AVM of Meteorology and Climate Change at Skymet, told NDTV Profit that Mumbai will experience more intense and incessant rains over the next 48 hours.
Read full story here.
Chembur Fire Station received maximum rainfall at 177 mm, followed by SWD Workshop Dadar at 173.4 mm and Worli Fire Station at 170.2 mm in Mumbai Metropolitan City between 06:00 hrs and 14:00 hrs today.
🌧️मुंबई महानगर (मुंबई शहर आणि उपनगरे) क्षेत्रात आज (दिनांक १८ ऑगस्ट २०२५) सकाळी ६ ते दुपारी २ वाजेपर्यंत सर्वाधिक पावसाची नोंद झालेली ठिकाणे☔
— माझी Mumbai, आपली BMC (@mybmc) August 18, 2025
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🌧️Details of locations in the Mumbai Metropolitan City (Mumbai City & Suburbs), recording highest rainfall between 06:00 hrs and… pic.twitter.com/au1Yj5DcTl
Rain may intensify further over Tuesday and Wednesday in Mumbai and Sub-Urban area, Sykymet told NDTV Profit.
Services on Metro Line 2A and Line 7 are running on time and remain unaffected.
"Trains are kept on standby to add extra services whenever needed — ensuring smooth travel even in case of emergencies. Whether you’re heading to work, returning from school, or meeting loved ones, we’re fully prepared to serve you with safe and reliable travel," it added.
Metro Services Update
— Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Ltd (@MMMOCL_Official) August 18, 2025
Maha Mumbai Metro is running at full speed!
✅ Services on Metro Line 2A and Line 7 are running on time and remain unaffected.
🚆 Trains are kept on standby to add extra services whenever needed — ensuring smooth travel even in case of emergencies.…
More than 150 trains are running late, due to heavy rains in Mumbai, as per NDTV report.
"Trains on the main line are currently running with a delay of 15 to 18 minutes. While, trains on the Harbour Line are currently running with a delay of 22 to 24 minutes," it added.
All trains on Western Railway are running normally. While, no train has been cancelled, short terminated or short originated.
More than 150 trains are running late, due to heavy rains in Mumbai, as per NDTV report.
"Trains on the main line are currently running with a delay of 15 to 18 minutes. While, trains on the Harbour Line are currently running with a delay of 22 to 24 minutes," it added.
All trains on Western Railway are running normally. While, no train has been cancelled, short terminated or short originated.
(Image: NDTV Profit)
Corporates announce work from home and early log out for employees as heavy rains lash Mumbai, as per NDTV report.
An MMRDA protection wall collapsed at Chembur's New Ashok Nagar, damaging seven huts, as per a NDTV report.
"No casualties have been reported. BMC and the Fire Brigade were present at the spot," the report added.
The affected families have been temporarily accommodated at Marvali Church, it added.
Waterlogging reported on Central Railways tracks at Kurla, Govandi and Mankhurd.
Read full story here.
Harbour Line Update
— DRM Mumbai CR (@drmmumbaicr) August 18, 2025
Due to heavy rain and waterlogging at Mankhurd, Govandi, Kurla and Tilak Nagar, train services are running with slight delays. Inconvenience caused is regretted.@Central_Railway @YatriRailways
Moderate to heavy rainfall recorded over Mumbai city and Suburbs at 11:30 hrs as of Aug. 18, 2025, as per Regional Meteorological Center Mumbai.
Chembur- 91.5mm
Vikhroli -78.5 mm
Juhu -60.0 mm
Sion -58.5mm
Bandra 50 mm
Santacruz -47.2 mm
Colaba -29.0mm
Moderate to Heavy Rainfall recorded over Mumbai city and Suburbs at 1130 hrs IST of 18 Aug 2025:
— Regional Meteorological Center,Mumbai (@RMC_Mumbai) August 18, 2025
Chembur- 91.5mm, Vikhroli -78.5 mm, Juhu -60.0 mm, Sion -58.5mm ,Bandra 50 mm, Santacruz -47.2 mm, Colaba -29.0mm pic.twitter.com/ZvUqxiAw6s
Waterlogging reported at South Mumbai's Grand Road on Monday.
Visuals from Nana Chowk in the Grant Road area of South Mumbai.#MumbaiRains #MumbaiRain https://t.co/6ITUrnSzj1 pic.twitter.com/LXEflOJ7w9
— Vani Mehrotra (@vani_mehrotra) August 18, 2025
IMD has issued a red alert for Mumbai City, Thane, Palghar, Raigad for 48 hrs, as per per its latest bulletin.
IMD has issued a red alert for Mumbai City, Thane, Palghar, Raigad for 48 hrs, as per per its latest bulletin.
"In view of the heavy rain forecast in Mumbai, passengers are advised to check their flight status with their respective airlines and allow extra travel time to reach the airport," as per Mumbai Airport shared on X,
In view of the heavy rain forecast in Mumbai, passengers are advised to check their flight status with their respective airlines and allow extra travel time to reach the airport.#CSMIA #PassengerAdvisory #MumbaiAirport #WeatherUpdate pic.twitter.com/AILp023cun
— Mumbai Airport (@CSMIA_Official) August 18, 2025
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation Commissioner and Administrator Bhushan Gagrani has declared a holiday for all schools and colleges in Mumbai operating in the second session.
"Considering the continuous rainfall since morning and prioritizing the safety of students, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation Commissioner and Administrator, Bhushan Gagrani, has declared a holiday for all schools and colleges in Mumbai operating in the second session, i.e., after 12 noon, on Monday, August 18, 2025," BMC shared on X.
📢 भारतीय हवामान विभागाने बृहन्मुंबई क्षेत्रात आज (दिनांक १८ ऑगस्ट २०२५) अतिमुसळधार पावसाचा इशारा दिला आहे. 🌧️⚠️
— माझी Mumbai, आपली BMC (@mybmc) August 18, 2025
🏫 या पार्श्वभूमीवर, सकाळपासून सुरू असलेल्या सततच्या पावसामुळे विद्यार्थ्यांची सुरक्षितता लक्षात घेता बृहन्मुंबई महानगरपालिका आयुक्त तथा प्रशासक श्री. भूषण गगराणी…
Commissioner Of Police Mumbai has requested citizens to avoid non-essential travel, plan your commute with care, and step out only if necessary.
"Dear Mumbaikars, caution is advised as heavy rainfall continues under Orange Alert, incidents of water-logging and reduced visibility are being reported from multiple areas. Please avoid non-essential travel, plan your commute with care, and step out only if necessary. Our officials and staff are on high alert and ready to assist," they shared on its X profile.
"In case of any emergency, please dial 100 / 112 / 103. Your safety always comes first," said CP
Dear Mumbaikars,
— Commissioner of Police, Greater Mumbai (@CPMumbaiPolice) August 18, 2025
Caution is advised as heavy rainfall continues under Orange Alert, incidents of water-logging and reduced visibility are being reported from multiple areas. Please avoid non-essential travel, plan your commute with care, and step out only if necessary.
Our…
Waterlogging reported at Kings Circle's Gandhi Market and Dadar TT on Monday.
Waterlogging reported at Kings Circle's Gandhi Market and Dadar TT on Monday.
(Image: NDTV Profit)
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation requests citizens to avoid stepping out of the house unless absolutely necessary. In case of an emergency, please contact the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation’s main control room at the helpline number 1916 for assistance.
"According to the information provided by the Indian Meteorological Department at 10 AM today, a warning has been issued for extremely heavy rainfall in the Mumbai metropolitan area for the next three to four hours. In this context, all citizens are requested to take appropriate precautions," it added.
🚨भारतीय हवामान खात्याने आज सकाळी १० वाजता दिलेल्या माहितीनुसार, मुंबई महानगरात पुढील तीन ते चार तासांसाठी अतिमुसळधार पावसाचा इशारा दिला आहे.
— माझी Mumbai, आपली BMC (@mybmc) August 18, 2025
⚠️🌧️ या पार्श्वभूमीवर, सर्व नागरिकांना विनंती करण्यात येते की योग्य ती काळजी घ्यावी. आवश्यकता नसेल तर कृपया घराबाहेर पडणे टाळावे.
📞…
Waterlogging reported in several parts of Mumbai including Dadar, Kings Circle.
🚨 Dadar majorly waterlogged.. 🔴
— Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) August 18, 2025
Avoid unnecessary travel in Mumbai!
Flashfloods in many parts of Mumbai after consistent heavy rains 🌊⚠️ #MumbaiRains pic.twitter.com/XLLbR4hjAF https://t.co/IhbnPrfI07
Andheri Subway closed amidst waterlogging and traffic has been diverted via Gokhale Bridge and Thackeray Bridge, as per Mumbai Traffic Police.
"Due to two to two-and-a-half feet of water accumulation at the Andheri subway, both lanes have been closed. The traffic has been diverted via Gokhale Bridge and Thackeray Bridge," it shared on X.
अंधेरी सबवे येथे दोन ते अडीच फूट पाणी साचल्याने दोन्ही वाहिन्या बंद करण्यात आल्या आहेत.सदरची वाहतूक ही गोखले पुल व ठाकरे पुल मार्गे वळविण्यात आली आहे. #MTPTrafficUpdate
— Mumbai Traffic Police (@MTPHereToHelp) August 18, 2025
Waterlogging has been reported in several areas in Mumbai.
Waterlogging has been reported in several areas in Mumbai.
Mumbai rains (Image: Vijay Sartape/ NDTV Profit)
Andheri, Goregaon, Malad, Kandivali are prone to very heavy rains at speed of 70-80mm/hr, as per Rushikesh Agre (aka Mumbai Rains) on X.
"Next 2-3 hours lot of heavy downpours are likely, waterlogging reported in low lying areas. No respite from rain likely in coming hours," he added.
🚨 9:20 AM..🔴 HIGH ALERT for MUMBAI CITY & SUBURBS!! ⛈️
— Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) August 18, 2025
Next 2-3 hours lot of heavy downpours are likely, waterlogging reported in low lying areas 🌊
Andheri, Goregaon, Malad, Kandivali are prone to very heavy rains at speed of 70-80mm/hr 🔴
No respite from rain likely in… pic.twitter.com/ZDqEekZyow
The traffic slows down on Western Express Highway near Vile Parle as heavy rain lashes Mumbai city, as per ANI update.
#WATCH | Maharashtra: The traffic slows down on Western Express Highway near Vile Parle as heavy rain lashes Mumbai city. pic.twitter.com/RXfqj5UpXP
— ANI (@ANI) August 18, 2025
Very huge rain band giving rains at 80mm/hr over Bandra & South Mumbai, as per Rushikesh Agre (aka Mumbai Rains) on X.
🚨 Very huge rain band giving rains at 80mm/hr over Bandra & South Mumbai!!
— Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) August 18, 2025
Check live updates before heading outdoors ⛈️🟠 #MumbaiRains https://t.co/54UwZDd5K6 pic.twitter.com/FQEfqvldp6
Rain lashes parts of Mumbai City on Monday morning.
#WATCH | Maharashtra: Rain lashes parts of Mumbai City
— ANI (@ANI) August 18, 2025
(Visuals from Marine Drive) pic.twitter.com/UmU7V7OhDN
Several parts of Mumbai witness waterlogging, amid incessant rain on Monday.
"Visuals from Nalasopara," posted PTI.
VIDEO | Maharashtra: Amid incessant rain, several parts of Mumbai witness waterlogging.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) August 18, 2025
Visuals from Nalasopara.
(Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/u7nMHpkiIb
Palghar, Mumbai Suburban, Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Aurangabad, Jalna, Parbhani and Nanded, are issued Orange alert as per IMD Nowcast.
Palghar, Mumbai Suburban, Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg, Aurangabad, Jalna, Parbhani and Nanded, are issued Orange alert as per IMD Nowcast.
IMD has issued red alert with extremely heavy rainfall for Pune over the next 48 hours. While, Ratnagiri been issued a red alert for Aug. 18.
Mumbai local trains for Central, Harbour and Western line are running 8-10 minutes late, as per M-Indicator data as of 7:45 a.m.
Heavy rains over Andheri - Ghatkopar stretch, parts of Navi Mumbai & South Mumbai, as per Rushikesh Agre (aka Mumbai Rains) on X.
7 AM.. 🟠Heavy rains over Andheri - Ghatkopar stretch, parts of Navi Mumbai & South Mumbai ⛈️⛈️ #MumbaiRains
— Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) August 18, 2025
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has issued a high tide alert for Mumbai today.
High Tide - 07:55 hrs at 3.54 meters
Low Tide - 13:51 hrs at 2.43 meters
During 8:30 a.m. Aug. 17 to 5:30 a.m. Aug.18, moderate to heavy rainfall occurred over Costal Andhra Pradesh (Vishakhapatnam - 92mm) , Costal Maharashtra (Ratnagiri 109 mm, Santacruz 71mm) and Goa (Panjim 69mm), as per IMD.
During 0830 hrs IST of Yesterday to 0530 hrs IST of today, 18 August, Moderate to Heavy rainfall occurred Moderate to Heavy rainfall over Costal Andhra Pradesh (Vishakhapatnam - 92mm) , Costal Maharashtra (Ratnagiri 109 mm, Santacruz 71mm) and Goa (Panjim 69mm)moderate rainfall… pic.twitter.com/Vt8iPTfPXx
— India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) August 18, 2025
Welcome to our Mumbai rains blog!
The Indian Meteorological Department has issued an orange alert for Mumbai for today and tomorrow, as per its seven-day bulletin. The city woke up to a rainy morning, continuing to be lashed by heavy showers.
"IMD has issued 'Orange Alert' for Mumbai & Thane on 17,18,19 August amid heavy to very heavy rains," shared Rushikesh Agre (aka Mumbai Rains) on X.
🚨 IMD has issued 'Orange Alert' 🟠 for Mumbai & Thane on 17,18,19 August amid heavy to very heavy rains ⚠️ #MumbaiRains https://t.co/req9MLN4Gj pic.twitter.com/L1MIkPMCC7
— Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) August 17, 2025
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