Updated: June 19, 2025 · By [Subham Malakar]
Key Takeaways
- Yellow Alert Issued: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has placed Mumbai under a yellow alert for heavy rainfall today. economictimes.indiatimes.com
- Rainfall Totals So Far: Colaba recorded 112 mm and Santacruz 98 mm in the last 24 hours.
- High Tide Warning: Coastal areas may experience elevated sea levels, compounding flood risks. news.abplive.com
- Travel Disruptions: Local trains and road traffic are facing slowdowns due to waterlogging.
Expert Analysis
“Mumbai’s drainage capacity is being tested like never before,” says Dr. Roxy Mathew Koll, monsoon specialist at the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, Pune.
“Climate change is intensifying monsoon bursts—what once fell over an entire month now arrives in hours.” indianexpress.com
- Profile: Dr. Koll has authored 40+ peer‑reviewed studies on Indian monsoon dynamics. View Profile
What Authorities Are Saying
- IMD Advisory: Residents should stay indoors during peak showers and avoid low‑lying areas. Full bulletin at the IMD website. mausam.imd.gov.in
- BMC Precautions: The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has deployed 12 pumping stations and 300 emergency crews for drainage clearing and rescue operations.
- Railways Update: Central and Western lines are operating at “caution mode”; commuters advised to check live updates.
How to Stay Prepared
- Before the Rain:
- Check drains and gutters around your home.
- Keep an emergency kit: torch, power bank, basic medicines.
- During Heavy Showers:
- Avoid crossing flooded roads—water depth can be deceptive.
- Use official channels for weather updates (IMD App, BMC Twitter).
- After the Rain:
- Report waterlogging or broken drains via the Mumbai 311 app.
- Sanitize areas affected by floodwater to prevent infections.
Daily Digest: Monsoon Highlights
| Date | Colaba (mm) | Santacruz (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 17 | 45 | 38 | Moderate showers, scattered |
| June 18 | 78 | 69 | Gusty winds, minor waterlogging |
| June 19 | 112 | 98 | Yellow alert issued |
Fact‑Check Corner
Claim: “Mumbai has declared a red alert.”
- Verdict: False. IMD has issued only a yellow alert, indicating potential for heavy rain but not extreme danger.
- Source: IMD sub‑division warnings page. mausam.imd.gov.in
What Happens Next?
- Short‑Term Outlook: Continued yellow alerts through June 20, with a chance of localized orange alerts if rainfall intensifies. business-standard.com
- Longer View: Monsoon activity is expected to peak in late June, with cumulative rainfall potentially 5–10% above the long‑term average, according to the IMD’s seasonal forecast.
Stay safe, stay informed, and plan ahead.
For live updates, follow:
- IMD: mausam.imd.gov.in
- BMC: twitter.com/mybmc
