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The IMD has issued a flash flood alert for Mumbai and Konkan as heavy rains continue. Low-lying areas may face inundation due to saturated soil. Gusty winds and high tides are expected to worsen conditions. Residents are advised to stay alert and follow safety guidelines.

Key Points: Mumbai Konkan on Flash Flood Alert Amid Heavy Rains

  • IMD issues flash flood alert for Mumbai and Konkan
  • Heavy rains may cause surface runoff in saturated areas
  • Gusty winds up to 60 kmph expected in Mumbai
  • High tide of 3.54 meters predicted on August 18
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Maharashtra: Flash flood risk in Konkan, Mumbai amid heavy downpour

IMD warns of flash floods in Mumbai, Konkan, and Goa as heavy rains continue. Stay updated on weather alerts and safety measures.

"Moderate to High flash flood risk likely over Konkan & Goa due to expected rainfall - IMD"

Mumbai, August 17

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a flash flood alert for Sunday in Maharashtra's Konkan, including Mumbai.

Amid heavy downpour, flash floods are likely in Konkan and Goa, including Mumbai City, Palghar, Raigarh, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg and Suburban Mumbai districts.

According to a press release, 24 hours Outlook for the Flash Flood Risk (FFR) till 1130 IST of 17-08-2025: Moderate to High flash flood risk likely over a few watersheds & neighbourhoods of the following Met Sub-divisions during the next 24 hours. Konkan & Goa - North Goa, South Goa, Mumbai City, Palghar, Raigarh, Ratnagiri, Sindhudurg and Suburban Mumbai districts.

Surface runoff/ Inundation may occur at some fully saturated soils & low-lying areas over the Area of Concern (AoC) as shown in the map due to expected rainfall occurrence in the next 24 hours, the release said.

Heavy to very heavy rainfall is predicted in Mumbai city and suburbs, with the possibility of occasional gusty winds reaching 40-50 kmph gusting to 60 kmph on Sunday morning.

According to the meteorological department, heavy to very heavy rainfall is likely over Goa, Maharashtra and Gujarat during the next seven days, with extremely heavy falls over Konkan, including Mumbai and Goa, and the Ghat area of Madhya Maharashtra from August 16-19.

Heavy rainfall lashed Mumbai, with the city receiving 92.81 mm of rainfall from 8:00 AM on August 16 to 8:00 AM on August 17. The Eastern Suburbs received 78.15 mm, and the Western Suburbs received 103.98 mm of rainfall.

On Saturday, Mumbai's Santacruz received 24 cm and Colaba received 8 cm of rainfall.

The city witnessed a high tide of 3.32 meters at 5:22 AM, while on August 18, a high tide of 3.54 meters is predicted at 7:55 AM. Low tides of 1.25 meters and 2.43 meters are predicted on 12:19 AM and 1:51 PM on August 18.

- ANI

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Priya S
Just cancelled our weekend trip to Alibaug. Better safe than sorry! The Konkan region is beautiful but gets severely affected during monsoons. Hope the fishermen communities stay safe 🙏
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Aman W
The IMD warnings are getting more accurate these days. Kudos to them! But authorities need to act faster - last year's flooding in Chembur was a nightmare for residents.
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Sarah B
As someone new to Mumbai, this is terrifying! My building in Bandra has already stocked up on essentials. Any advice from longtime Mumbaikars on how to prepare?
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Karthik V
The real heroes will be the traffic police and emergency workers. Last monsoon I saw them working waist-deep in water to help stranded commuters. Salute to their dedication!
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Nisha Z
Worried about the slum areas - they're always the worst affected. NGOs and local communities should start preparing relief packages in advance this time.

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