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Heavy rains coupled with strong winds lashed several parts of Mumbai and the neighbouring areas on Saturday. While the onset of the monsoons in Mumbai was said to be from June 10, the Indian Meteorological Department had hinted at an early arrival. Thunderstorm and strong winds accompanied rainfall in many areas in what was among the first showers of this monsoon.
Monsoon rains hit the southern state of Kerala a few days earlier than normal on Tuesday, the country's weather office said.
Monsoon rains hit the southern state of Kerala a few days earlier than normal on Tuesday, the country's weather office said.
Here are the Highlights of Mumbai Rains:
A release from the municipal corporation's disaster control room identified the deceased as Anil Yadav, 32, Sara Khan, 9 and Omkar Phadtare, 10.
Thunderstorm and strong winds also accompanied rainfall in many areas of Thane, Palghar, Raigad and Ratnagiri after dense clouds formed since late afternoon.
Three people, including two children, died due to electrocution as rains hit Mumbai.
Jet Airways has also announced that there would be delays of up to 45 minutes on departures and arrivals at Mumbai airport.
- Jet Airways (@jetairways) June 2, 2018
#9Wupdate: Due to air traffic congestion in #Mumbai consequent to adverse weather conditions we're expecting delays of up to 45 minutes on departures & arrivals at Mumbai airport until 2330 hrs.
Skymet has said that the Mumbai rains are likely to continue for 2-3 hours.
- SkymetWeather (@SkymetWeather) June 2, 2018
#MumbaiRains: Moderate to heavy rains lashing #Mumbai. Pre #Monsoon #rains to continue for 2-3 hours. @RidlrMUM @MumbaiMirror pic.twitter.com/VBj7XNVL7j
These rains mark the onset of Mumbai monsoons.
Mumbai Rains: Heavy Rain In Mumbai Triggers Water-Logging, Traffic Jams In Some PartsHeavy rain caused water-logging and traffic jams in parts of Mumbai, slowing down the evening rush hour traffic on Saturday, while many residents welcomed the respite from the sweltering summer.
Many residents welcome the rains and the respite it'd provide from heat.
- GAYATRI (@GayatriJethani) June 2, 2018
Finally the wait is over #MumbaiRains
Happy Monsoon .... pic.twitter.com/kaehkVg85I
People were seen sharing images and videos on Twitter about Mumbai rains. #MumbaiRains was one of the top trends on Twitter.
