Heavy monsoon showers inundated several parts of Mumbai on Friday, causing severe waterlogging, traffic snarls and minor delays to suburban train services. BMC data showed over 140 mm rainfall in several areas, while the IMD retained an Orange Alert, forecasting more heavy rain and gusty winds through the day.
Heavy rains continued to lash Mumbai on Friday, inundating low-lying areas, slowing road and rail traffic and showing little sign of easing as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast more rainfall through the day. Several parts of the city recorded over 140 mm rainfall in the last 24 hours, according to Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) data.
Severe waterlogging was reported from several key areas including Sion, Dadar, Hindmata, Parel, Charkop, Worli, Goregaon and Andheri, causing inconvenience to office-goers and slowing vehicular movement during the morning rush hour. Visuals from multiple parts of Mumbai showed roads submerged under water, vehicles moving slowly through flooded stretches and commuters struggling to navigate rain-hit areas.
The IMD has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in Mumbai and its suburbs throughout Friday, with the possibility of extremely heavy showers during morning hours. The weather department has also warned of occasional gusty winds reaching speeds of 50 to 60 kmph.
An Orange Alert remains in place for Mumbai, with authorities urging residents to avoid unnecessary travel, remain cautious near waterlogged areas and follow official advisories as monsoon activity continues to intensify across the city.
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