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Mumbai's primary water supply lakes are nearing full capacity after significant rainfall this week. The current reserve levels at 95.17% exceed both last year's and 2023's figures for the same date. While this ensures good water supply, the heavy rains have caused severe waterlogging and disrupted local train services across the city. Authorities have deployed emergency teams and issued travel alerts as rainfall is expected to continue in the coming days.

Key Points: Mumbai Water Supply Lakes Near Full Capacity After Heavy Rains

  • Seven Mumbai lakes at 95.17% capacity exceeding last year's levels
  • Three lakes including Vihar and Tulsi reach full 100% capacity
  • Heavy rainfall causes severe waterlogging and train cancellations
  • IMD forecasts continued rainfall with increased activity from August 25
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Maharashtra: Mumbai's water supply lakes near full capacity following heavy rainfall

Mumbai's seven water supply lakes reach 95.17% capacity after heavy rainfall, with three lakes at 100% while city faces waterlogging and travel disruptions.

"The water reserves in these lakes currently stand at 95.17% - Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation"

Mumbai, August 21

Following a week of significant rainfall, the seven primary water supply lakes for Mumbai are nearing full capacity.

According to data from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) recorded at 6 AM today, the water reserves in these lakes currently stand at 95.17%.

This figure exceeds the reserve levels recorded for the same date in 2024, which were 94.49%, as well as the levels from 2023, which were at 83.72%.

Notably, Vihar Lake, Tulsi Lake, and Modak Sagar Lake have reached full capacity at 100%.

On Wednesday. due to heavy rainfall, severe waterlogging occurred in the city, leading to the cancellation of several local train services.

Authorities have issued a travel alert, asking commuters to check the updated train list and plan their travel carefully. The safety measures are being taken because water levels remain high in many parts of the city.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted that light to moderate rainfall is expected at most places in the region over the next seven days, with an increase in rainfall activity anticipated over Konkan, Madhya Maharashtra, and adjoining Gujarat from August 25 onwards.

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has deployed all its teams and equipment across the city and suburbs to manage the situation.

BMC urged citizens not to believe any rumours. In case of emergencies or for official updates, they are requested to contact the BMC's Emergency Control Room by dialling the helpline number 1916.

Heavy rains and floods have killed six people in various districts of Maharashtra, while five people are missing in Nanded district, as per the Maharashtra Disaster Management Department.

A total of 18 teams of NDRF are positioned in various parts of the state, along with six teams of SDRF. In Nanded's Mukhed area, SDRF teams rescued 293 people.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great that lakes are full but what about the waterlogging and train cancellations? Mumbai's infrastructure still can't handle heavy rains. Need better drainage systems ASAP!
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Arjun K
While we celebrate full lakes, let's not forget the 6 lives lost in Maharashtra floods. Nature gives and takes. My condolences to the affected families. 🕊️
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Meera T
Good job by NDRF and SDRF teams rescuing 293 people in Nanded! These unsung heroes deserve more recognition. Salute to their bravery! 🇮🇳
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Vikram M
Hope BMC maintains this water properly. Last year they started water cuts too early. We pay taxes, we deserve consistent water supply throughout the year.
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Sarah B
As someone who moved to Mumbai recently, I'm amazed how the city manages these monsoon challenges. The resilience of Mumbaikars is truly inspiring!

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