Mumbai Rains News: Mumbai witnessed torrential rainfall on 18 August 2025, bringing the city to a near standstill. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, and Raigad, warning of very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall.
Mumbai Rains News (18 August 2025)
Mumbai is facing one of the heaviest spells of the monsoon in 2025. With red alert in force, residents are urged to stay indoors, avoid flooded zones, and follow official advisories for safety.
Mumbai Rains Today
Mumbai Rains 18 August 2025: IMD issues red alert as city records 177 mm rainfall in 6 hours. Schools closed, trains delayed, flights diverted, and heavy waterlogging across Mumbai. Get verified updates on flooding, transport, and safety advisories.
Rainfall & Waterlogging
- The city received 177 mm of rainfall in just 6–8 hours.
- Areas with highest rainfall:
- Chembur – 177.2 mm
- Dadar (SWD Workshop) – 173.4 mm
- Worli (Fire Station) – 170.2 mm
- Wadala – 165 mm
- Severe waterlogging reported at Andheri Subway, Dadar Hindmata, Vakola Bridge, Matunga, Lokhandwala Complex, and Western Express Highway near Vile Parle.
Transport Impact
- Trains: Central, Western, and Harbour line locals delayed by 10–20 minutes due to submerged tracks.
- Roads: Traffic jams across major routes including Western Express Highway and Eastern Express Highway.
- Flights:
- 9 flights aborted landings (“go-arounds”).
- 1 flight diverted to Surat.
- Airlines like IndiGo, Akasa Air, SpiceJet issued travel advisories.
- Metro: Services running smoothly without disruption.
Schools & Colleges
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) announced a holiday for all afternoon school and college shifts (post 12 pm). Morning sessions were dismissed early due to flooding.
Rescue & Safety Updates
- In Matunga, a school bus carrying 6 children and 2 staff got stranded in floodwater. Mumbai Police rescued everyone safely.
- In Chembur’s New Ashok Nagar, a protection wall collapsed, damaging seven shanties. Fortunately, no injuries reported.
Lakes & Water Supply
- Tulsi Lake overflowed after continuous rainfall, boosting Mumbai’s drinking water reserves.
Government & BMC Advisory
- Citizens advised to avoid non-essential travel.
- Disaster management teams and municipal workers are conducting rescue and relief operations.
- IMD has maintained a red alert for Mumbai till late tonight.
FAQS – Mumbai Rains News
Q1. What’s the current weather alert status?
Ans. on August 18,2025 the India Meteorological Department (IDM) upgraded from on orange alert to red alert for Mumbai, Thane and Palghar.
