Mumbai Rains: Roads Flooded, Train Tracks Submerged After Overnight Deluge; City On Red Alert Today

Mumbai witnessed intense overnight rainfall, triggering widespread waterlogging, traffic disruptions, and several incidents of fallen trees across the city and surrounding suburbs.

Mumbai Rains

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Red Alert for Mumbai, warning of intense to very intense rainfall over the next few hours and urging residents to avoid non-essential travel and remain vigilant.

According to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), rainfall recorded between 8 AM on June 23 and 2 AM on June 24 stood at 78 mm in the city, 87 mm in the eastern suburbs, and 113 mm in the western suburbs. The heaviest spell was recorded in Bhandup, where 40 mm of rain fell within a single hour between 1 AM and 2 AM. Anand Nagar Municipal School in the western suburbs reported 32 mm during the same period.

The relentless downpour has led to severe waterlogging in several parts of Mumbai and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. Visuals from the Dadar Swaminarayan Mandir area showed roads submerged under water, disrupting vehicular movement and pedestrian access. Similar scenes were reported at Dadar Railway Station's Platform No. 5, where tracks were inundated following the heavy rain.

Mumbai Weather

In Navi Mumbai, water accumulation near the main entrance of the APMC Vegetable Market hampered access for traders, customers, and goods vehicles, affecting market operations. Meanwhile, in Nala Sopara, rainwater entered the premises of Tulinj Police Station, highlighting the extent of flooding across low-lying areas.

Mumbai, Maharashtra: Heavy rainfall in Mumbai has caused widespread waterlogging and led to incidents of trees falling across the city. In Dadar East, a large tree fell on a car. Fire Brigade teams, BMC officials, and other authorities are conducting rescue and clearance… pic.twitter.com/oTVkM9p5ed

— IANS (@ians_india) June 24, 2026

The impact of the downpour was also felt across Vasai-Virar and Nalasopara, where heavy overnight rainfall caused extensive flooding in locations including Central Park, Tulinj Bridge, and Achole Road. Waterlogged roads led to traffic snarls and significant congestion in multiple areas.

Strong winds and saturated ground conditions resulted in several tree-fall incidents. In Dadar East, a large tree crashed onto a car, prompting emergency response teams to launch clearance operations. In a separate incident near Runwal Plaza in Vartak Nagar, Thane West, a tree toppled onto two cars and three motorcycles late on June 23. While no injuries were reported, one car and one motorcycle sustained damage. Fire brigade and disaster management teams swiftly removed the fallen tree and restored the area.

#WATCH | Maharashtra | Severe waterlogging witnessed in parts of Mumbai city as a result of continuous heavy rainfall since last night

Morning visuals from Kings Circle pic.twitter.com/Ljr13KxEIs

— ANI (@ANI) June 24, 2026

Authorities are closely monitoring the Mithi River, which was flowing at 1.83 metres early Wednesday morning. Civic officials, fire brigade personnel, and disaster response teams remain on alert as heavy rainfall continues.

#WATCH | Maharshtra | Heavy downpour continues across various parts of Mumbai city. pic.twitter.com/YYDSD1GObh

— ANI (@ANI) June 24, 2026

The arrival of the southwest monsoon in Mumbai, which occurred 13 days later than its normal onset date, had initially brought relief from prolonged heat and humidity. However, the season's delayed entry has now been accompanied by intense rainfall, raising concerns over flooding, transport disruptions, and civic infrastructure stress.

With more heavy rain forecast, officials have advised citizens to stay indoors where possible, monitor weather updates, and exercise caution in flood-prone areas.