Archive · 17 Aug 2025
Mumbai Braces for Heavy Rainfall and Gusty Winds on Sunday
Mumbai is expected to have heavy rain and strong winds on Sunday, according to weather reports.
An alert has been issued for the city and nearby areas, predicting potential gusts of up to 60 kmph.
Heavy rain on Saturday caused some problems, like flooding and delays on trains.
Tragically, two people died in a landslide due to the rain.
IMD forecasts heavy to very heavy showers and gusty winds for Mumbai on Sunday.
An 'orange' alert has been issued for Mumbai and surrounding districts.
Gusts could reach 40-50 kmph, possibly up to 60 kmph.
Heavy overnight rainfall caused waterlogging and train delays on Saturday.
Two fatalities and injuries occurred in a landslide in Vikhroli on Saturday.
- Who
- Civic officials and the India Meteorological Department (IMD) are providing updates.
- What
- Heavy rainfall and gusty winds are predicted for Mumbai, following heavy rain the previous day.
- When
- The forecast is for Sunday.
- Where
- Mumbai and surrounding areas including Thane, Raigad, and Palghar districts.
- Why
- The heavy rainfall is due to weather patterns; specific causes for the intensity are not detailed.
- Alert Level
- 'Orange'
- Wind Gusts
- 40-60 kmph
- Affected Areas
- Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, Palghar
- Fatalities (Saturday)
- 2
- Rainfall
- Heavy to very heavy showers predicted
Sources
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