July 27th 2023.
Mumbai City has been experiencing heavy rainfall since Wednesday morning. The city received 101.35 mm of rainfall between 8 am and 10 pm on Wednesday, causing water-logging in several parts of the city. Many people shared their old experiences of floods in 2005 when they had to return home from school through flooded streets.
In light of the red alert issued by the India Meteorological Department, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation declared a holiday for all government and private preschools, primary and secondary schools as well as junior colleges. This was done to ensure the safety of students in the face of such extreme weather conditions.
The average rainfall in Mumbai Metropolitan on Wednesday was 101.35 mm in Mumbai City, 87.54 mm in the Eastern Suburbs, and 102.55 mm in the Western Suburbs. A video shared on social media showed the state of Kurla West, with it being clear that the BMC had not prepared adequately to cope with the rain. Water logging was reported from several areas.
The Central Railway tweeted on Thursday morning to inform the people that the trains on its routes were running. People have been advised to stay indoors unless it is absolutely necessary to venture out. Mumbai City is definitely experiencing the spirit of monsoon, but people should remember to stay safe and take all necessary precautions.
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