Mumbai Weather Today LIVE Updates: Harbour Line Trains Suspended, Govt & Semi-Govt Offices, Schools, Colleges Closed; Private Offices Urged WFH; Waterlogging In Several Areas

Mumbai: A relentless spell of overnight rain paralysed Mumbai on Tuesday morning, leaving large parts of the city waterlogged. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a red alert for Mumbai as well as other districts including Raigad, Ratnagiri, Satara, Kolhapur and Pune, warning of continued heavy to very heavy rainfall.

Check LIVE updates below for rainfall status and other news updates in the city:Torrential rain triggers heavy waterlogging and major traffic snarls across the city; security personnel stationed at Hindmata and Parel.

12:20 PM

Travel Advisory by Air India

Heavy rains in Mumbai may impact flight schedules. Passengers are advised to check their flight status here before leaving for the airport and allow extra time for travel.

12:10 PM

Traffic is moving slowly at Oberoi Junction due to waterlogging. Police personnel and BMC staff are present at the site, and water pumps have been activated.

11:39 AM

Harbour Line Update

Train services between CLA and CSMT have been suspended until further notice due to heavy rainfall and waterlogging at Chunnabhatti station.

11:20 AM

Torrential rain triggers heavy waterlogging and major traffic snarls across Mumbai; security personnel stationed at Hindmata and Parel.

11:05 AM

The relentless downpour since Monday has triggered a rise in the Mithi River’s water level by Tuesday morning, sparking panic among nearby residents who rushed to seek safer ground. Civic officials from L Ward, supported by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), quickly reached the spot to begin evacuation efforts. Over 140 slum structures have been identified for immediate relocation as authorities work to ensure the safety of those living in the low-lying areas.

10:40 AM

Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar recently visited the state emergency control room at the secretariat to review the situation caused by heavy rainfall in Mumbai city, its suburbs, and other parts of the state, and issued necessary instructions.

9:55 AM

BMC Declares Holiday For Govt & Semi-Govt Offices, Along With Private Offices

BMC has declared a holiday today for all private offices and establishments in its jurisdiction, except for essential/emergency services. The concerned offices and establishments should immediately instruct their employees to work from home, depending on the nature of their work.

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9:40 AM

Waterlogging At Bandra Khar Link Road

Waterlogging reported in various parts of Mumbai's western suburbs as heavy rain lashes the city. Visuals from Bandra Khar Link Road show vehicles wading through water.

9:20 AM

Malad & Poisar Subway Closed For Vehiclar Movement As Rains Wreak Havoc

9:15 AM

Mumbai Police Commissioner Issues Advisory

Mumbai Police Commissioner took to X and shared an advirosy following extreme weather in the city. "Please take care, step out only if necessary, prevent going near the shore during high tide and don’t forget, you will find us around the corner for help, in case of any emergency," he said in a post. He also urged private sector offices to enable work from home today.

9:00 AM

City's Water Stock Rises Above 92% Of Full Capacity Amid Heavy Rains

8:45 AM

Mumbai Traffic Police Shares Updates On Waterlogging In Several Areas

Mumbai Traffic Police shared a series of updates informing the citizens of waterlogging in several areas. At Dadar TT in particular, waterlogging of nearly two feet left traffic crawling, with buses and cars inching forward through flooded roads.

Areas such as Gol Deul, Gulalwadi, Wadala, Shivdi, Nawab Tank, Nagpada, Maratha Mandir, Byculla, Bawla Compound, Bhoiwada, Wadala Station Four Roads, Hindmata Junction, Matunga, and Mahatma Gandhi Market were among the worst affected, with vehicles struggling to pass through submerged stretches.

Similar conditions were reported from Dadar TT, Trombay, Maharashtra Nagar Subway, and Antop Hill, as well as MG Road Chowk, Kanekar Nagar, Sardar Nagar, and Pratiksha Nagar. Here too, continuous rainfall since morning led to water accumulation of up to two feet, slowing down vehicular movement.

8:30 AM

Western Express Highway & Andheri Battered By Heavy Rains

Heavy rains lashed the Western Express Highway in the morning, leading to waterlogging at some spots. Andheri also saw flooding in several areas with both citizens and vehicles wading through waterlogged roads.

8:15 AM

Over 170 mm Rainfall Recorded Overnight In Several Areas

The overnight showers were particularly intense, with the city recording massive volumes between 8:30 pm Monday and 5:30 am Tuesday. Vikhroli topped the chart with 194.5 mm, followed by Santacruz at 185 mm, Juhu at 173.5 mm, Byculla at 167 mm, Bandra at 157 mm, Colaba at 79.8 mm, and Mahalaxmi at 71.9 mm.

8:00 AM

Mumbai woke up to heavy rains on Tuesday after continuous overnight rainfall since yesterday. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) declared Tuesday a holiday for all schools and colleges. Offices were advised to let staff leave early, while authorities urged citizens to remain indoors unless absolutely necessary. Disaster management teams have been kept on high alert, with state agencies coordinating response efforts.

Waterlogging Reported In Several Areas

The downpour caused severe waterlogging across the city. Areas such as Byculla, Gandhi Market in Sion, Dadar, Andheri and Vile Parle reported knee-deep flooding, disrupting traffic and forcing residents to wade through inundated streets. Visuals circulating online showed vehicles stranded and markets submerged.

Local Trains Running Late

Mumbai’s suburban train services, the city’s lifeline, were badly affected. Central Railway trains ran 30–40 minutes late, while Harbour Line services towards CSMT also reported delays.

Andheri Subway Closed For Traffic

Mumbai's Andheri Subway was closed for vehicular movement on Tuesday morning amid heavy rains. The subway was closed late in the evening on Monday and was reportedly not opened for traffic today due to relentless overnight showers.

IndiGo Airlines Issues Advisory

Air travel was not spared either. Indigo Airlines issued a travel advisory cautioning passengers about delays. “With Mumbai drenched in heavy showers, several routes to the airport are witnessing waterlogging and sluggish traffic. This has, in turn, led to operational challenges, with delays in both departures and arrivals. We truly regret the inconvenience,” the airline said in a post on X.

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Published on: Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 08:18 AM IST