Mumbai received moderate rainfall in a 12-hour period ending at 8pm on Friday, with the intensity of the showers being greater in the suburbs than the island city, civic officials said. The island city, eastern suburbs, and western suburbs recorded average rainfall of 37.26 mm, 62.50 mm, and 69.42 mm, respectively, between 8 am to 8 pm. Notably, Elphinstone Road in the island city led with 56 millimeters of rainfall, while Ghatkopar received 82 mm in the eastern suburbs and Marol recorded 101 mm in the western suburbs.
During this period, there were 49 incidents of tree or branch falls, 29 of which occurred in the western suburbs. Additionally, there were five incidents of short circuits and six of house or partial house collapses. Fortunately, there were no casualties reported from these incidents.
While traffic disruptions and waterlogging were experienced in some areas, train services remained largely unaffected.
The city’s reservoirs received a significant boost in water levels due to the rains. As of June 28, the water stock in the seven lakes supplying water to Mumbai was at 7.26%. However, it has now increased to 10.88%. In response to this, the BMC announced a 10% water cut from Saturday onwards.
In the 24 hours ending at 8 am on Friday, Mumbai, its eastern suburbs, and western suburbs received average rainfall of 31 mm, 45 mm, and 61 mm, respectively. The intensity of rainfall was higher in the suburbs, resulting in waterlogging at some locations. The Andheri subway had to be closed for traffic twice during the day due to waterlogging.
While traffic disruptions were reported, the suburban train services of the Central Railway and Western Railway remained normal. Some delays were experienced on the Harbour line and Main line of the Central Railway.
Despite the heavy rains, the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) did not have to divert any buses to alternative routes.
The Indian Meteorological Department predicted moderate to intense spells of rain in Mumbai and neighboring districts over the next few hours. The BMC reported an increase in the water stock in the city’s reservoirs, which now stands at 10.88%.
The rain also brought various incidents such as tree falls, short-circuits, and partial property collapses. Unfortunately, two fatalities were reported due to the collapse of a bathroom ceiling and a wooden loft.
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