US EditionMumbai rains: Heavy showers cause waterlogging in several areas
Heavy rains and high tides caused waterlogging in key areas, disrupting traffic and railway services, with peak tide reaching 3.54 metres on Monday, officials said.
- Widespread overnight rain caused waterlogging in Mumbai's low-lying areas like Mahim and Thane on Sunday, 17 August.
- IMD issued an orange alert until August 19, forecasting heavy to very heavy rainfall in Mumbai, Thane, and Raigad.
- By 11:30 a.m., Tata Power Chembur recorded 91.5 mm of rain, with water accumulation delaying trains and disrupting traffic at Andheri Subway and Lokhandwala Complex.
- Consequently, authorities closed educational institutions and saw key routes grind to a halt, as the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation declared a break for all schools and colleges with afternoon shifts on Monday.
- Authorities issued a high-tide alert and urged residents to remain cautious over the next 24–48 hours, as weather conditions stay unstable.
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