Mumbai Rains: IMD Issues Red Alert
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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
Heavy rain in Mumbai led to Mithi River swelling close to danger levels. The IMD has issued a red alert and University of Mumbai postponed Wednesday's exams.
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Mid-Day on MSNMumbai rains: Heavy rains push city’s water stock to 95.13 per cent
The water levels in lakes supplying drinking water to Mumbai have risen following heavy rainfall in their catchment areas. According to Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) data, the combined stock in the seven reservoirs that provide water to the city now stands at 95.
Mumbai is under a yellow alert for August 21, with light rain expected after days of heavy downpour. Check the latest local train cancellations (Diva-Boisar MEMU & others) and disruptions.
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.
Rainfall intensity is expected to ease from Thursday, with the current orange alert remaining in place today. Gradual reduction in showers forecasted.
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,
Heavy rains shut schools in Thane, Panvel, Navi Mumbai, and Lonavala today, but Mumbai schools remain open as BMC has not declared a holiday. Rain continues to disrupt life across Maharashtra.
In just four days, Mumbai recorded 791 mm of rainfall, already overshooting the city’s August average of 566 mm.