Delayed Southwest Monsoon Arrives in Mumbai with Heavy Rains
After a 13-day delay due to El Niño effects, the southwest monsoon reached Mumbai on June 24, 2026, bringing heavy downpours, waterlogging, and an orange alert from the India Meteorological Department. Pre-monsoon showers had already hit the city on June 21-22, providing heat relief. The monsoon deficit of 35-43% nationwide raised concerns over vulnerable agricultural districts. No major casualties were reported, though incidents like a retaining wall collapse and tree fall occurred.
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Heavy Rain to Continue Till July 8: Maharashtra on High Alert, Says CM Fadnavis
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis placed the state on high alert as the IMD issued a 'red' alert for Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad, with heavy rain expected to continue until July 8, 2026. A possible cloudburst-like spell was warned for Nashik on July 7. The State Disaster Management Authority advised private offices in Mumbai to allow work from home and declared a half-day for non-essential and semi-government offices. Heavy rain caused severe waterlogging, disrupting Western Railway services with over 20 long-distance trains stranded and 40 services affected. Five incoming flights were diverted from Mumbai. A landslip on the Mumbai-Goa Highway halted traffic for 12 hours, and the Ahmedabad-Mumbai Expressway had some stretches closed due to water accumulation. The legislature was adjourned due to the weather. Major rivers, including the Savitri, exceeded danger levels in Raigad and the Western Ghats.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Maharashtra Council Adjourned; 13 Killed in Rain-Related Incidents, Says Minister
The Maharashtra Legislative Council was adjourned on July 6, 2026, due to heavy rainfall in Mumbai and neighboring areas. Disaster Management Minister Girish Mahajan reported that Mumbai, Palghar, and Raigad districts experienced record-breaking rainfall, resulting in 13 deaths over the past three to four days. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert, forecasting continued heavy rains. Notable incidents include a chawl collapse in Mumbai's Mankhurd area on July 5, killing six, and two deaths from tree collapses in Mumbai. An 11-year-old boy was also killed on June 30 when a tree fell onto a school bus. The article highlights the severe impact of monsoon rains in Maharashtra.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.IMD issues red alert for Mumbai, Thane and Raigad; urges people to avoid non-essential travel
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) upgraded its warning from 'orange' to 'red' alert for Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad districts on July 6, 2026, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall with strong winds gusting up to 70-80 kmph. The red alert warns of potential inundation in low-lying areas, flash floods, riverine flooding, uprooted trees, structural collapses, and landslides. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) deployed approximately 15,000 officials and employees across the city, advising residents to avoid non-essential travel, stay away from beaches and waterlogged areas, and not park vehicles under trees. The IMD also warned of disruptions to road, rail, air, and ferry services, as well as potential impacts on water and electricity supply. Neighboring Palghar district remains under an orange alert. Residents are advised to follow traffic advisories, avoid vulnerable structures, and take precautions against lightning strikes.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Mumbai Rain Alert Upgraded to Red as Heavy Downpour Disrupts Normal Life
The India Meteorological Department upgraded the rain alert to red for Mumbai, Thane, and Palghar due to heavy monsoon rainfall on July 1-2, 2026. Waterlogging was reported in Worli, parts of Navi Mumbai, and the Andheri subway, disrupting road traffic. Powai Lake began overflowing at 5:30 am, with a capacity of 545 crore liters. An electrocution incident in Nerul, Navi Mumbai injured two college students when water contacted a live wire. A tree fell on Swami Vivekananda Road in Andheri, cleared by fire tenders and BMC teams. Palghar district collector declared a holiday for all schools and colleges on July 2. City reservoirs held only 7.18% capacity compared to 41.17% a year earlier.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Monsoon Tracker LIVE: Orange Alert for Mumbai; Heavy Rain Disrupts Train Services
Heavy monsoon rains lashed Mumbai on July 1, 2026, with several areas receiving over 100 mm of rainfall in 24 hours, causing waterlogging in low-lying areas such as the Andheri subway and Wadala. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an Orange alert for Mumbai, Thane, and coastal Maharashtra, warning of moderate to intense rain. Local train services on the Harbour line faced disruptions after an overhead wire snapped between 4:52 a.m. and 5:45 a.m., delaying suburban trains. BEST buses operated normally, and services on Central and Western Railways ran with delays. Authorities diverted traffic in affected areas. The article also reports a cloudy sky and moderate rain forecast for Delhi.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Heavy downpour in Mumbai, IMD issued Orange alert
Mumbai experienced heavy downpour on June 24, 2026, following intense overnight rainfall. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an Orange alert for Mumbai and neighboring districts including Thane, Raigad, Palghar, and Sindhudurg, forecasting moderate to intense rain spells. The city recorded 195mm of rainfall in the 24-hour period ending at 8am on June 24, with the western suburb receiving 208mm and the eastern suburb 167mm. The heavy rainfall caused water logging at several locations, including the subway in Everard Nagar and near Saki Naka Metro station. A retaining wall collapsed near a residential building in Vikhroli West, and a tree fell on a car in Dadar. The southwest monsoon arrived in Mumbai after a 13-day delay, advancing into the central Arabian Sea and bringing rain to parts of Maharashtra, Telangana, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and Bihar.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Heavy Downpour in Mumbai Prompts IMD Orange Alert
Mumbai experienced heavy downpour on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, following an intense overnight rainfall, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue an Orange alert for the city and neighboring districts of Thane, Raigad, Palghar, and Sindhudurg. The city recorded 195mm of rainfall between 8 a.m. on June 23 and 8 a.m. on June 24, with eastern suburbs receiving 167mm and western suburbs 208mm. The southwest monsoon, which arrived in Mumbai after a 13-day delay, has advanced into the central Arabian Sea, causing rainfall in several parts of Maharashtra, Telangana, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and Bihar. The heavy rain led to water logging in areas such as the Everard Nagar subway and near Saki Naka Metro station. Incidents included a retaining wall collapse in Vikhroli West and a tree falling on a car in Dadar. The IMD forecasts continued rainfall until June 26.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Monsoon Tracker LIVE: 'Orange' Alert for Mumbai as Heavy Rain Causes Waterlogging
Mumbai experienced heavy overnight rains on June 24, 2026, as the southwest monsoon finally arrived in the city, 13 days later than its normal onset date. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert for Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, Palghar, and Sindhudurg districts, warning of moderate to intense rainfall. Waterlogging occurred in several pockets, including Sion's King Circle, though major subways remained open and traffic was largely smooth. An earlier red alert was downgraded to orange by 7 a.m. IMD warned fishermen along the South Maharashtra-Goa coast to avoid the sea through June 26. Separately, Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan noted that 111 districts are vulnerable to crop damage due to a 43% monsoon deficit driven by El Niño, with weak monsoon conditions expected to persist until July 2.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Orange Alert for Mumbai; Monsoon Onset Expected by June 23
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange alert for Mumbai, forecasting thunderstorms, lightning, and rainfall over the next three hours. The southwest monsoon is expected to arrive in the city on June 22 or 23, delayed from its usual June 10 onset due to El Nino effects. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) advised residents to take precautions, warning of winds at 30-40 kmph and spells of rainfall. Pre-monsoon showers caused waterlogging and traffic disruptions in areas like Bandra East. Rainfall data from 6-7 a.m. showed 17 mm citywide, with localized heavy falls: 70 mm in Bandra schools, 61 mm at Worli Naka, and 58 mm in Prabhadevi. The IMD also noted favorable conditions for monsoon advance into parts of Maharashtra, Telangana, Odisha, Jharkhand, Bihar, and Chhattisgarh around June 23, while heat wave warnings persist for Vidarbha, East Madhya Pradesh, and East Uttar Pradesh.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Monsoon Live: Rains Lash Mumbai for Second Day; Cool Breeze Brings Respite
Mumbai experienced moderate to heavy rainfall accompanied by thunder for the second consecutive day on June 22, 2026, bringing relief from heat and humidity. Overcast skies and cool winds created pleasant conditions, though visibility was reduced and traffic slowed at some locations. The island city recorded 17 mm of rain between 6-7 a.m., while western suburbs got 10 mm; eastern suburbs had no measurable precipitation. No major waterlogging or transport disruptions were reported. The southwest monsoon, typically reaching Mumbai by June 10, has been delayed this year due to stalled progress from unfavorable weather. Separately, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed officials to prevent drinking water crises and promote water conservation amid monsoon uncertainty.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Light to moderate rains lash Mumbai, offer relief from heat
After an unusually delayed onset of the southwest monsoon, parts of Mumbai received light to moderate showers on June 21, 2026, providing relief from heat and humidity. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) indicated favorable conditions for further monsoon advancement over parts of Maharashtra. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) reported highest rainfall of 24 mm at Ramabai Municipal School in Ghatkopar, followed by 20 mm at Chembur Fire Station. No major waterlogging or rain-related incidents were reported during the period, officials said. The monsoon reached South Konkan earlier in June but had stalled due to unfavorable weather, contributing to India's 35% rainfall deficit.
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