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Heavy rainfall has led to waterlogging in parts of Mumbai and Thane. The IMD has issued flash flood warnings for Konkan, including Mumbai and Goa. Santacruz recorded 24 cm of rain, with suburbs receiving over 100 mm. Gusty winds and further downpours are expected across Maharashtra.

Key Points: Mumbai Thane Waterlogging as IMD Issues Flash Flood Alert

  • Waterlogging reported in Mahim as Mithi River levels rise
  • IMD alerts for Mumbai, Palghar, Raigarh, and Goa
  • Gusty winds up to 60 kmph predicted
  • Santacruz records 24 cm rainfall in 24 hours
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Maharashtra: Waterlogging in parts of Mumbai, Thane amid heavy rainfall

Heavy rainfall causes waterlogging in Mumbai and Thane, IMD warns of flash floods in Konkan region including Goa and Maharashtra districts.

"Moderate to High flash flood risk likely over Konkan & Goa due to expected heavy rainfall – IMD Press Release"

Mumbai, August 17

Several parts of the Mumbai and Thane districts of Maharashtra witnessed waterlogging amid heavy rainfall on Sunday morning.

In Mumbai, parts of Mahim were affected by waterlogging.

Following incessant downpour, the water level of the Mithi River in Mumbai has risen.

Meanwhile, 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.

- ANI

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Priya S
Stay safe everyone! My office in Andheri is waterlogged today. Had to work from home. The weather department warnings were accurate this time. Kudos to IMD for timely alerts! 🙏
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Aditya G
Climate change is making monsoons more unpredictable. We need better urban planning and drainage systems. The old British-era infrastructure can't handle today's rainfall intensity.
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Sarah B
As someone new to Mumbai, I'm shocked how the city comes to standstill with heavy rains. The spirit of Mumbaikars is amazing though - people still manage to reach work somehow!
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Kavya N
My heart goes out to people living in slums near Mithi river. They suffer the most every monsoon. Government should provide proper rehabilitation before rains hit. #MumbaiRains
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Vikram M
The real heroes are the BMC workers and traffic police who work in these terrible conditions to keep the city moving. Salute to their dedication! 👏
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Nikhil C
While criticizing is easy, we must also acknowledge the improvement in disaster response compared to 2005 floods. Early warnings and better coordination are saving lives now.

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