Mumbai local trains were cancelled earlier today by Western and Central Railways citing "nature's fury".
Heavy, incessant rain has paralysed Mumbai and left at least 19 dead in the city and its neighourhood. Since yesterday, Mumbai has received the heaviest rain in a decade. The weather office has warned of more rain in Mumbai, Palghar, Thane and Raigad in the next few hours.
Local trains in Mumbai, which were cancelled by the Western and Central Railways citing "nature's fury", have resumed services. Over a dozen people were killed as a wall crashed in Malad around 2 am; efforts to save a 12-year-old girl trapped under debris ended in tragedy as rescue team pulled out her body after a 14-hour operation.
Pictures from Nalasopara showed the railway station waterlogged. Flights have been diverted as the main runway of the Mumbai airport was blocked by a stranded plane. The runway is likely to functional by Thursday, officials said.
The Meteorological Department warned of "extremely heavy" rainfall in adjoining areas of Thane and Palghar on July 2, 4 and 5. Private weather agency Skymet said Mumbai is at "serious risk of flooding" between July 3 and 5. "Close to 200 mm or more rain per day is likely during this period, which could hamper normal life," it said.
Here are the Highlights on the Mumbai rains:
Inadequate drain infra a lacuna in Mumbai flood management: CAG
The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) report on general and social sector has also observed that drains in Mumbai are adequate only to handle 25 mm rainfall per hour and that there are numerous obstructions in the larger drains due to siphons and other utility services. It also stated that floodgates have been provided in only three of the 45 outfalls in the drains.
Actor-turned-politician Urmila Matondkar expressed her dismay over the wall collapse in Malad
Bollywood celebrities asks people to ''stay safe''
Shiv Sena leader Aditya Thackeray who visited the the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation Disaster Control Zone today asserted that BMC is tackling the rainfall-related issues of the city, and linked the problem to global climate change. "The rainfall is an outcome of climate change. This is an emergency situation, don't make this into a controversy. Also, the city has received more than 400 mm of rain in a day and still Mumbai is recovering well," Mr Thackeray said.
203 flights cancelled in Mumbai due to rains, skidding of jet "A total of 203 flights were cancelled at the Mumbai airport due to inclement weather and non-availability of the main runway for operations," an airport official said.
Mumbai airport authorities had earlier in the day said 52 flights were cancelled and another 55 diverted to the nearby airports till 10 am Tuesday due to "inclement weather" and partial closure of operations.
Fire Department and Medical Health teams have conducted rescue operations at the flooded site in Navghar Mithagar. One person was rescued and transferred to DM Petit Hospital.
Around 70 domestic arrivals and 81 domestic departures have been cancelled, Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL)
Area outside Sion Police Station
Two Die In Separate Incidents A 45-year-old watchman died after the compound wall of a housing society collapsed on him following heavy rains in suburban Mulund. The watchman, identified as Gambhir Kari Singh, was rushed to hospital where he was declared dead before admission, a police official said.
A 22-year-old man died after he suffered electric shock outside his residence in suburban Vile Parle.
Airlines should assess risk before operating in adverse weather: Directorate General of Civil Aviation issues circular Regular services from Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus to Thane/Mankhurd UP and DN resumes. Rest all services are running normally since morning
The Scorpio car they were in got stuck. As water entered the engine, the automatic doors got jammed and the men could not get out.
Congress Attacks Shiv Sena, BJP Over Deaths Due To Mumbai Rain
"Drunk with arrogance of power, an incompetent & corrupt Shiv Sena-BJP alliance leaves Mumbai to lurch in this flood season, year after year for 25 years! 18 people died in Mumbai and crumbling infra is for everyone to see! Will SS-BJP own responsibility for this mess, ever (sic)," said Congress spokesperson Randeep Surjewala
Two people drowned in suburban Malad (East) when the Scorpio SUV they were travelling in got stuck in a heavily waterlogged underpass late on Monday night.
Mumbai Rain: Holiday declared in Mumbai, adjoining regions
With IMD forecast of heavy rain for Tuesday, authorities declared a holiday in the city and adjoining regions, asking people to avoid stepping out of their houses, reported news agency PTI.
READ HERE: Rains in Mumbai: Mumbai Records Heaviest Rain In 24 Hours Since 2005 Deluge, 19 DeadEighteen people were killed as heavy rain pounded Mumbai and its surrounding areas overnight, flooding the airport and paralysing local trains, the lifeline of India's commercial capital. The city received the heaviest rain over a 24-hour period in a decade. The weather office has sounded a red alert for Mumbai today, warning of more rain. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis was seen monitoring the situation from the Mumbai civic body's control room.
Passengers stranded at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai as 54 flights have been diverted and 52 cancelled.
Passengers stranded at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai as 54 flights have been diverted and 52 cancelled.
Passengers stranded at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai as 54 flights have been diverted and 52 cancelled.
52 flights have been cancelled and 55 diverted because of bad weather and the skidding of the SpiceJet plane, forcing a shutdown of the main runway at the airport. The Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport officials said it may take up to 48 hours before the main runway is restored. A secondary runway is operational for flights.
Deputy Director General, IMD Mumbai: Heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in Thane & Palghar today. There will be improvement in the situation in Mumbai after the noon today.
Actor Randeep Hooda was among hundreds of passengers who were affected as several Mumbai-bound were diverted as the city was pounded by rain. The actor, who was travelling with this three uncles, boarded a flight from Delhi to Mumbai last night. But after a SpiceJet plane overshot the runway while landing in Mumbai, the authorities were forced to shutdown the main runway, leading to diversion of a number of Mumbai-bound flights. Randeep Hooda called it a "strange night" after his flight was diverted to Nagpur. He said it was turning out "quite an adventure for sure". The actor's uncles were first-time flyers, he tweeted at 3:50 am.
Mumbai has received 540 millimetres of rain since Sunday night - the highest over a two-day period in the last decade - Mumbai Municipal Commissioner Praveen Pardeshi told NDTV. "...In June, average rainfall was 515 mm. We have got 540 mm in just two days. This is the highest in a decade," he said. The city is set for more downpours in the next 24 to 48 hours. The Regional Meteorological Centre has warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall in Mumbai city and its suburbs.
"Spicejet SG 6237 Jaipur-Mumbai flight overshoots runway while landing at Mumbai Airport. All passengers are safe, no injuries reported," a spokesperson for the airline said in a statement last night. The plane had 167 passengers and crew on board.Domestic airlines have posted messages on social media warning people of cancellation and delays. Air Vistara has confirmed the cancellation of ten flights in and out of Mumbai, including flights to Delhi, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Chennai.
Mumbai airport authorities have said it could take up to 48 hours to re-open the main runway after it was closed late last night following a SpiceJet flight that overshot while landing amid heavy rain. A 150-metre-ramp is being prepared to help move the plane, a Boeing 737-800, which is still stuck at the end of the runway. A secondary runway is operational but flights have been delayed. While 52 flights have been cancelled, 55 have been delayed. International flights have been affected because the secondary runway is not wide enough to accommodate wide-body airplanes.
The Central Railway issued an alert on yesterday's trains departing from CSMT/LTT
Thane Municipal Transport had arranged extra buses to ferry passengers upto Mulund check naka. The arrangement has been directed by Thane Municipal commissioner after local services were stopped between Kurla and Thane.
The main runway at Mumbai airport is closed after a SpiceJet flight overshot its mark while landing amid heavy rain at around 11.45 pm yesterday. The plane, a Boeing 737-800, is still stuck at the end of the runway. A secondary runway is operational but flights have been delayed. While 52 flights have been cancelled, 55 have been delayed.
Video: Andheri Subway in Mumbai is closed due to flooding in the area.
There was heavy rainfall in Mumbai last night which led to accidents. In Malad, wall collapsed and at least 13 died, 30-40 injured. Local trains operational on Western line but yet to resume on Central line as there's more flooding there. Work on to pump out water. In the light of IMD's prediction, we had declared a holiday in schools and colleges last night & for offices in morning. Police dept & Disaster Mgmt under BMC are alert & helping people. Barring a few places, overall traffic has been under control. High tide is expected at 12 noon, we'll monitor the situation. Last night Mumbai police received 1600-1700 tweets from people, they received immediate help. BMC Disaster Mgmt worked entire night. Heavy rainfall is expected in next 2 days. We are prepared for it, said Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
Devendra Fadnavis visits Shatabdi Hospital to meet the victims of the wall collapse in Malad.
A public holiday has been declared today in Mumbai and two neighbouring districts - Mumbai Suburban and Thane. While schools and colleges will remain closed, many private companies have asked their employees to work from their home. The Maharashtra government has advised people to avoid stepping out of their homes as the weather department has forecast heavy rain. "Due to heavy rain forecast in Mumbai even today by IMD, People are advised to stay indoors unless there is any emergency," Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis's office tweeted.
Mumbai Live: Girl Trapped In Mumbai's Malad
A 10-year-old girl is trapped under debris after a compound wall collapsed on a house in Mumbai's Malad East after heavy overnight rainfall. The young girl has been identified as Sanchita Jadhav and has been able to communicate with officials working to rescue her. She asked them for water to drink. Rescue officials have said they are unable to lift the section of the collapsed wall for fear of pieces of broken concrete breaking off and injuring the trapped girl. They have also been unable to move a crane into position because of muddy ground conditions. Instead, rescue officials are looking to cut through a small section of the debris and clear a path for the girl to escape.
Mumbai Airport is not closed. As there is a skidding of a flight at main runway, the main runway is closed for operation.
About 1000 people have been shifted to safety with the help of NDRF, fire brigade, Naval teams as well as local volunteers.
No holiday in Bombay Stock Exchange, BSE will function normally today.
Railway tracks submerge at Sion railway station, after heavy rains lashed the city overnight.
Trains RescheduledHere's a list of trains that have been rescheduled:
12167 #LTT-#Manduadih #Express sch dep 0035 hrs on 2.7.2019 now #RE-RESCHEDULED at 1330 hrs on 2.7.2019 (R/S 0910 hrs) .
11061 #LTT-#Darbhanga #Express sch dep 1215 hrs on 2.7.2019 is #RESCHEDULED at 1640 hrs on 2.7.2019
11071 #LTT-#Varanasi #Kamayani #Express sch dep 1240 hrs on 2.7.2019 is #RESCHEDULED at 1725 hrs on 2.7.2019
Water logging at Vakola Junction, Postal colony, Near Chunabhatti Railway station, Vakola road.
1,000 people were evacuated from Kranti Nagar, Kurla.
The main runway at Mumbai airport was closed late yesterday night after a SpiceJet flight overshot its mark while landing amid heavy rainfall. The main runway remains closed as the plane is still stuck at the end of the runway. A secondary runway is operational but flights are likely to be delayed. "Spicejet SG 6237 Jaipur-Mumbai flight overshoots runway while landing at Mumbai Airport. All passengers are safe, no injuries reported," a spokesperson for the airline said in a statement.
Many companies in Mumbai have declared a work from home today.
The city received the highest rainfall in a decade over a two-day period since Sunday, resulting in massive traffic jams and flooding homes in low-lying areas. "Due to heavy rain forecast in Mumbai even today by IMD, People are advised to stay indoors unless there is any emergency," Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis's office tweeted.
My thoughts are with families who lost loved ones & prayers for speedy recovery of injured, tweeted Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.
People in Mumbai should avoid stepping out of their homes Tuesday due to heavy rains: Official
Mumbai is witnessing one of its most intense monsoon spells this year as the city has received the highest rainfall in a decade over a two-day period. The Meteorological Department warned of "extremely heavy" rainfall in adjoining areas of Thane and Palghar on July 2, 4 and 5. Private weather agency Skymet said Mumbai is at "serious risk of flooding" between July 3 and 5. "Close to 200 mm or more rain per day is likely during this period, which could hamper normal life," it said.
16 Killed In Two Wall Collapse Cases In MumbaiSixteen people were killed in two separate cases of wall collapse in Mumbai and Kalyan after heavy rains hit the metropolis and areas around. Thirteen people were killed and four others critically injured after a compound wall collapsed due to heavy rain in Mumbai's Malad East, officials said. The incident reportedly happened at 2 AM Tuesday in Pimpripada in Malad East area. Officials added that three to five people may be trapped under the debris of the wall collapse. An National Disaster Response Force has reached the site of the incident. The team has also deployed a dog squad at the spot. Other agencies such as the fire brigade and police are also present there as search operations are underway. Thirteen people have been admitted to a trauma centre in Jogeshwari area of Mumbai and at Shatabdi Hospital in Kandivali.
Train number 12935 Bandra Terminus to Surat Intercity of July 2 has been cancelled, Western Railway said in a bulletin.
Suburban services will run between Churchgate-Virar: Western Railway
The Central Railway said that water has been arranged in eight suburban trains for commuters, adding it is being arranged in other trains also.
Four suburban trains have started with a cautious speed in Mumbai. Trains running towards Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus have also been started.
Mumbai residents claim power outages in several parts of the city:
A mall in Mumbai's Ghatkopar West is letting stranded people inside as the city is witnessing heavy rainfall. "People who are stranded in Ghatkopar West can try to come down to R City mall. The officials at @RCityMall have been very helpful. There are already 50 people here. #MumbaiRains @mybmc," Twitter used TheFearlessInd1 said.
Areas in Mumbai like Bhandup, Vile Parle east, Sion east, Matunga, Kurla and Chembur are witnessing heavy rainfall currently.
The Western Express Highway which leads to Mumbai airport was flooded after continuous rain in the city, making it extremely difficult for people running to catch their flights reach the airport on time.
Passengers of three suburban trains who got stuck on flooded tracks were evacuated by Railway Protection Force (RPF) staff, Central Railway tweeted.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation has said that all government as well as private schools and colleges will remain closed today, July 2.