Mumbai Braces for More Rain After Torrential Downpour

The city of Mumbai was deluged with 177 millimeters of rain within a brief period, prompting concerns from Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis. He urged citizens to remain vigilant as further heavy showers are projected alongside high tide events.

The Chief Minister's office reports that seven fatalities have occurred statewide due to rain-related incidents over the past forty-eight hours. In response, Fadnavis chaired an emergency meeting at the State Disaster Management Cell, coordinating with departmental heads as a red alert was announced by the India Meteorological Department for severe rainfall through August 21.

While key rivers in the Konkan region breached danger levels and led to severe damage in areas like Jalgaon, discussions are ongoing with Karnataka regarding dam water management. State authorities have prioritized public safety, authorizing early work closures, and school holidays to mitigate risks amid the difficult weather conditions.

(With inputs from agencies.)