Mumbai Monsoon Havoc: Heavy Rains Cause Waterlogging, Disrupt City Life

Mumbai : Torrential rainfall battered Maharashtra’s capital on Sunday, August 25, triggering widespread waterlogging and disrupting daily life across the city. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported significant downpours, with several areas experiencing severe flooding that slowed traffic and strained civic infrastructure.

The IMD’s latest forecast for Mumbai predicted a “generally cloudy sky” with intermittent spells of light to moderate rain and thundershowers. The agency noted that temperatures are expected to remain below average, ranging between 2 to 4°C lower than typical for this time of year. Maximum and minimum temperatures are projected to hover around 28°C and 25°C, respectively, through midweek. The IMD issued a yellow alert for Mumbai, signaling continued rainy conditions without severe warnings for Monday and Tuesday, August 26-27. However, last week’s heavy showers caused significant disruptions, including traffic snarls and delays in local train services, with low-lying areas like Sion and Chunabhatti particularly hard-hit.

Elsewhere, the IMD reported that heavy rainfall led to the closure of schools and colleges in four districts of Himachal Pradesh on Monday, August 25, alongside 484 roads, including two national highways. A yellow warning was issued for parts of the state until August 30, according to PTI. The persistent rains across Mumbai and other regions underscore the challenges posed by the monsoon season, with civic authorities working to mitigate flooding and restore normalcy.

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has been actively managing waterlogging issues, deploying pumps and response teams to affected areas. Residents are urged to stay cautious and monitor updates as the city braces for more rain. The IMD’s forecast suggests that rainfall intensity may ease slightly in the coming days, offering some relief to Mumbai’s waterlogged streets.