After a brief respite on Monday, torrential rains wreaked havoc once more in Mumbai. Heavy showers have commenced in various parts of South Mumbai, and the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for the city until 8:30 AM on Tuesday, warning of significant rainfall.
Since the rain began on Sunday night through Monday morning, the city has witnessed near-flood conditions, and the relentless showers show no sign of stopping. As per the IMD, the last 24 hours registered unprecedented rainfall, shattering a 107-year-old record for May. Moreover, this rain ushered in the monsoon season earlier than it has in 75 years, with such an early onset having previously been recorded in 1950.
According to a PTI report, the southwest monsoon reached Mumbai 16 days earlier than its typical arrival date, which is around June 11, whereas last year, it arrived on June 25.
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South Mumbai Faces Flood-like Conditions, Over 200mm Rain in Places
Between Sunday night and Monday morning, several parts of Mumbai—including Nariman Point, Ward Municipal Head Office, Colaba Pumping Station, and Colaba Fire Station—reported over 200mm of rainfall. The ongoing deluge has led to waterlogging on the streets, disrupting traffic and severely affecting daily life.
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Mumbai Metro Station Submerged, Impact on Local Trains and Flights
The rainfall impact wasn't confined to the roads. A newly operational underground Mumbai Metro station was completely submerged, leading to the suspension of metro services. Local trains were delayed on several routes, with some cancellations reported. The airport also experienced flight delays and a few cancellations.
Waterlogging was particularly severe in low-lying areas like Kurla, Sion, Dadar, and Parel. Photos and videos on social media showed roads transformed into rivers, with vehicles appearing to float on the waters.
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Deputy CM Shinde Assesses Situation in Thane
Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister, Eknath Shinde, surveyed the situation in Thane and remarked that the excessive rainfall in such a short time, along with the premature arrival of the monsoon, led to widespread waterlogging in many city parts. He instructed the administration to remain vigilant and expedite relief measures.
Monsoon Arrives Early in Kerala Too
The monsoon had already reached Kerala on Saturday, marking the earliest arrival since 2009. Typically, the monsoon arrives in Kerala by June 1, but this year it entered the state on May 23. Residents are advised by the weather department to avoid unnecessary outings and steer clear of flooded areas. The Mumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has deployed disaster management teams and accelerated drainage operations.
