June 24, 2026 10:40 AM
Monsoon drenches Mumbai; overnight rainfall reported in several parts
Mumbai witnessed heavy overnight rainfall as the southwest monsoon strengthened over the country's financial capital, leading to waterlogging in several parts of the city. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert for Mumbai and neighbouring Palghar early Wednesday, warning of continued heavy rainfall for the next three hours. The IMD forecast thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, intense to very intense spells of rain, and gusty winds reaching 40-60 kmph at isolated pl...