Mumbai Rains: IMD Issues Red Alert
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As of August 20, 2025, Mumbai continues to grapple with severe monsoon conditions. The city has been under a red alert since August 19, with the India Meteorological Department forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall through August 21.
Heavy rains in India's financial capital Mumbai have disrupted the lives of millions of people, submerging roads and leading to flight and train cancellations. Many parts of the city remain inundated in waist-deep water, with videos showing residents swimming through waterlogged roads as garbage gushed out from clogged sewers.
India Meteorological Department has issued a 'red alert' for the Konkan region, including Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Palghar districts, warning of extremely heavy rainfall
Rainfall intensity is expected to ease from Thursday, with the current orange alert remaining in place today. Gradual reduction in showers forecasted.
Mumbai on Orange Alert Amid Heavy Downpour; Red Alert Issued for Thane, Pune, and Nashik, Mumbai News News, Times Now
After days of heavy rains, Mumbai saw respite on Wednesday, with IMD predicting normal rainfall for Thursday. Schools, colleges, offices, banks, shops, and local trains are functioning as usual, as the city gradually returns to normalcy.
Mumbai residents were surprised to see a Spider-Man look-alike helping with flood relief during intense monsoon rains. The masked figure was seen using a mop to clear stagnant water from flooded streets,
Mumbai: The city has been lashed by three consecutive days of heavy rain, leaving residents grappling with waterlogged streets, endless traffic snarls and deteriorating road condi