Mumbai experienced heavy rainfall on Thursday evening, resulting in waterlogged streets across many parts of the city. Some of the worst-affected areas were Elphinstone Road and NM Joshi Marg in Prabhadevi, where commuters struggled to move through the flooded streets.
Visuals from the city showed people navigating waterlogged roads, highlighting the impact of the downpour on daily life.
IMD Issues Rainfall Warning for several states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rainfall warning for several regions across the country, predicting significant rainfall from October 12 to 16. The forecast includes multiple states, with varying levels of severity.
Predicted Heavy Rainfall in Key States
The IMD’s forecast indicates that heavy rainfall could hit states such as Tamil Nadu, Kerala, South Interior Karnataka, Konkan and Goa, Madhya Maharashtra, Arunachal Pradesh, and Gujarat.
- October 13: Very heavy rainfall is expected in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, along with heavy rain in Konkan, Goa, Gujarat, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
- October 14: The IMD predicts very heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu and Kerala, with additional heavy showers in South Interior Karnataka, Rayalaseema, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Saurashtra and Kutch.
- October 15: Heavy rainfall is likely in Rayalaseema, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala.
- October 16: Heavy rainfall is expected to continue in Rayalaseema, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, and Kerala.
The IMD’s alert emphasizes the need for precautions and preparedness in the affected regions as the country faces days of continuous rainfall across multiple states.