Mumbai Rain News: Orange Alert Extended, Pune on Red Alert for Heavy Rainfall — Lake Levels Surge, Local Train Disruptions Possible
Mumbai/Pune, August 18 — Mumbai remains under an orange alert till Tuesday, August 19, as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts continued heavy to very heavy rainfall. Neighbouring Pune has been placed on a red alert, with extremely heavy showers expected over the next 48 hours.
Meanwhile, lake levels in Mumbai have crossed 90% of total capacity, easing water concerns for now. However, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has warned citizens to avoid coastal areas during high tide hours, as intense rain combined with rising tides could lead to dangerous conditions.
Widespread Rain Across Maharashtra
According to the IMD’s five-day forecast, intense monsoon activity is expected to continue across large parts of Maharashtra. Several districts in the Konkan region, including Thane and Palghar, remain on orange alert through midweek, while Ratnagiri has been issued a red alert for August 17 and 18.
“The heavy rainfall is being driven by a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, which has formed an east-west trough extending to the Arabian Sea,” an IMD official told The Indian Express. “This system is enhancing rainfall along the Konkan coast, including Mumbai.”
Rainfall Data: Mumbai Sees Intense Showers
Rainfall data from the weather bureau and BMC rain gauges showed significant accumulation across Mumbai on Sunday:
- Santacruz recorded 85 mm (after reporting 245 mm the previous day)
- Colaba logged 55 mm
- Western suburbs: 104 mm average
- Island city: 93 mm average
- Eastern suburbs: 78 mm average
Some of the highest localised rainfall was recorded in:
- Charkop: 190 mm
- Anand Nagar (Dahisar): 188 mm
- Borivali: 168 mm
- Powai: 134 mm
- Fort: 134 mm
- Cotton Green: 132 mm
- Grant Road: 129 mm
High Tide Warning: Avoid Shorelines
Adding to the city’s weather concerns, BMC’s disaster cell has issued a high tide warning:
- Sunday, 5:22 PM: 3.32-metre tide
- Monday, 7:55 AM: 3.54-metre tide
Citizens have been urged to stay away from seafronts and low-lying areas during these times, especially if rainfall intensifies concurrently.
Mumbai Lake Levels Near Capacity
On the brighter side, Mumbai’s drinking water reservoirs are now 90.68% full, holding 13.12 lakh million litres out of a total capacity of 14.47 lakh million litres.
Individual lake levels (as of Sunday morning):
- Tulsi: 100%
- Tansa: 98.45%
- Middle Vaitarna: 97.17%
- Vihar: 89.92%
- Bhatsa: 89.23%
- Modak Sagar: 87.28%
- Upper Vaitarna: 86.48%
Rainfall in catchment areas in the past 24 hours:
- Tulsi: 150 mm
- Vihar: 75 mm
- Bhatsa: 42 mm
- Tansa: 21 mm
- Middle Vaitarna: 17 mm
- Modak Sagar: 14 mm
- Upper Vaitarna: 12 mm
Mumbai Local Train Status: Expect Delays
Mumbai’s suburban trains remained operational on Sunday, though minor delays were reported in some areas due to waterlogging. With more rain expected, especially during high tide, the BMC and railway authorities have advised commuters to check live updates before heading out.
On Monday, several rail lines may face delays or partial suspensions in case of flooding in low-lying zones.
Advisory for Residents
Officials have appealed to residents of Mumbai and Pune to:
- Stay indoors unless absolutely necessary
- Avoid coastal areas during high tide
- Monitor weather and train updates regularly
- Avoid driving through waterlogged roads
As heavy rain continues into the new week, emergency services are on alert and the BMC is monitoring developments closely.
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