Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Mumbai, Thane on Heavy Rain Alert
Mumbai and nearby areas are experiencing heavy rain and strong winds.
Palghar has closed schools, but Mumbai schools remain open.
Authorities warn of flooding, landslides, and dangerous travel conditions.
Residents are advised to stay alert and avoid unnecessary travel.
Palghar declared a holiday for all schools and educational institutions due to a Red Alert for extremely heavy rainfall.
Mumbai schools remain open, with local authorities empowered to close them if conditions worsen.
Thane is under an Orange Alert with forecasts of heavy rain and strong winds.
Strong winds of 50-60 kmph are expected across Mumbai, Thane, and Palghar.
Authorities warn of potential flooding, landslides, and traffic disruptions due to heavy rainfall.
- Who
- Residents of Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Konkan, and Goa
- What
- Heavy to extremely heavy rainfall and strong winds
- When
- July 23, 2026
- Where
- Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Konkan, and Goa
- Why
- Active monsoon system causing intense weather conditions
Palghar District Administration
Mumbai Authorities
School Closures
Palghar District Administration
Declared a holiday for all schools and educational institutions due to a Red Alert for extremely heavy rainfall.
Mumbai Authorities
Kept schools open, allowing local authorities to decide on closures based on conditions.
- Date
- July 23, 2026
- Rainfall in Mumbai (24 hours)
- 36.65 mm (city), 48.70 mm (eastern suburbs), 64.91 mm (western suburbs)
- Alert Levels
- Red Alert for Palghar, Orange Alert for Thane
- Expected Wind Speeds
- 50-60 kmph, stronger in coastal areas
- Affected Regions
- Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Konkan, Goa
- Safety Advisories
- Avoid unnecessary travel, stay away from beaches and coastal areas