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Mumbai Drenched: Orange Alert Issued Amidst Torrential Downpours
3 Jul
Summary
- Mumbai received an orange alert due to heavy downpours and significant waterlogging.
- Eastern suburbs recorded the highest rainfall, with Mulund receiving 218.6 mm.
- IMD predicts continued heavy to very heavy showers with isolated extremely heavy rainfall.
Mumbai experienced severe weather conditions as torrential downpours led to widespread waterlogging on July 2nd, triggering an orange alert from the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The financial capital recorded substantial rainfall, with eastern suburbs facing the most intense precipitation.
Specific areas like Santacruz recorded 165.9 mm of rain overnight, while eastern suburbs collectively saw the highest rainfall from July 1st to July 2nd. Mithagar Municipal School in Mulund reported the highest accumulation at 218.6 mm.
Western suburbs also received significant rainfall, with SWM Santacruz Workshop recording 216 mm. The IMD has predicted that heavy to very heavy showers will continue, with the potential for extremely heavy rainfall in isolated locations.
