Tag: waterlogging

Mumbai and Thane districts are grappling with heavy rainfall, leading to widespread waterlogging and traffic disruptions, as forecasted by the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The city has been issued an orange alert, indicating heavy rain in isolated areas, along with a cautionary high tide alert of up to 3.69 meters in the sea.

In the wake of heavy overnight rains paralyzing Mumbai, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde issued a plea to residents on Monday, urging them to refrain from unnecessary travel amidst the deluge. The downpour, which inundated several areas and disrupted transport services, prompted Shinde to take decisive measures to manage the crisis effectively.

Heavy rainfall has lashed several parts of Gujarat, including Surat, Amreli, and Valsad, causing severe waterlogging and disruption. Videos shared by ANI from major cities depicted streets flooded with water, causing significant inconvenience to residents.

Delhi and its adjoining National Capital Region (NCR) woke up to heavy rainfall early Tuesday, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting continued showers throughout the day. The IMD's bulletin warned of light to moderate intensity rain accompanied by thunderstorms over the national capital and its surrounding areas.

Delhi's Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has taken the necessary step of ordering the closure of schools in the city on Monday due to heavy rainfall. The incessant downpour has caused severe waterlogging, house collapses, and incidents of tree falls, posing a risk to the safety of students and staff. With the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting high-intensity rain for the next two days, precautionary measures have been implemented to ensure the well-being of the citizens.