IN PHOTOS | Mumbai: Heavy rain lashes Marine Drive; strong winds sweep promenade

Mumbai was swept by intense showers and gusty winds on Monday, as seen across various parts of the city, including Marine Drive and the Western suburbs. Strong winds lashed the coastline, swaying trees violently and reducing visibility due to persistent rainfall. (Pics/ Ashish Raje)

Updated On: 2025-06-16 03:33 PM IST

Compiled by : Anushree Gaikwad

Commuters faced difficulty navigating the streets due to the combination of heavy rain and unrelenting wind. Pics/ Ashish Raje

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) had already issued an orange alert, warning of thunderstorms and gusts up to 40 kmph

Civic authorities remain on high alert, especially in vulnerable zones, as more spells of rain are expected in the coming hours

The India Meteorological Department's Colaba observatory recorded 100 mm of rainfall, while the Santacruz station logged 86 mm

The city and suburbs are expected to experience a generally cloudy sky with the possibility of heavy rainfall at a few locations

The maximum temperature is likely to hover around 29 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may settle near 26 degrees Celsius in Mumbai

Citizens are advised to stay alert, especially in low-lying areas, as the rainfall may lead to localised waterlogging

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a comprehensive weather warning for all districts of Maharashtra, effective from June 16 to June 20

Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg are expected to witness heavy to very heavy rainfall, especially on Monday, prompting an orange alert in Mumbai and several regions across Maharashtra

The total cumulative rainfall for the season has reached 457.85 mm, a substantial rise compared to 146.45 mm recorded during the same period in 2024

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