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Mumbai Rains: Heavy Rainfall Causes Waterlogging, Traffic Disruption
Mumbai received heavy rainfall on Wednesday, July 20, 2023, causing waterlogging and traffic disruption in several parts of the city. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Mumbai and its suburbs, predicting heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places.
The rains began in the early hours of Wednesday morning and continued throughout the day. Several low-lying areas in the city were waterlogged, including Dadar, Parel, Sion, Kurla, and Andheri. Traffic was also disrupted on several major roads, including the Western Express Highway, the Eastern Express Highway, and the Bandra-Worli Sea Link.
The IMD has forecast that the heavy rains will continue in Mumbai and its suburbs for the next 24 hours. The city has already received more than 100 mm of rainfall in the last 24 hours.
The heavy rains have caused some damage to property in Mumbai. Several trees have been uprooted and power lines have been snapped. There have also been reports of waterlogging in some residential areas.
The BMC has deployed its disaster management team to clear the waterlogging and traffic disruption. The team is also working to assess the damage caused by the heavy rains.
The heavy rains have also affected the suburban train services in Mumbai. Several trains were cancelled or delayed due to waterlogging on the tracks.
The BMC has advised people to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel. The city has also set up helplines for people in need of assistance.
Here are some tips for staying safe during heavy rains:
- Stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel.
- If you must go out, be careful of waterlogged areas and avoid walking or driving through them.
- If you are caught in a thunderstorm, seek shelter immediately.
- Do not touch downed power lines.
- If your home is flooded, move to higher ground and call for help.
The BMC has also issued the following advisories:
- People living in low-lying areas should be prepared to evacuate their homes if necessary.
- People should avoid parking their cars in low-lying areas.
- People should keep their gutters and drains clear of debris.
- People should stock up on food and water in case of an emergency.
