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2 clusters · 9 sources · 5 days · First seen 8 days ago · Last updated 3 days ago

Mumbai monsoon weather and transport disruptions

Overview

Heavy rainfall in Mumbai initially caused significant disruptions to local transportation and air travel. Intense downpours delayed Harbour and Central Railway services and slowed traffic on major routes, including the Eastern and Western Express Highways, due to waterlogging. SpiceJet issued an advisory warning that weather conditions could affect all flight operations at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport.

Following these disruptions, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasted continued rain across Maharashtra. Subsequent forecasts for Mumbai predicted light to moderate rain and cloudy skies, noting that while prolonged heavy rainfall was not anticipated, residents might still experience showers and brief waterlogging in low-lying areas.

Entities

India Meteorological Department · Mumbai · SpiceJet · Bengaluru · Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

Timeline

3 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
Mumbai and Bengaluru forecast cloudy skies with moderate rain
The IMD predicts cloudy skies and light to moderate rain for Mumbai on Sunday and Bengaluru on Monday, with potential for waterlogging and traffic delays in both cities.
8 days ago

[INTERNATIONAL] 7 sources
Mumbai heavy rains disrupt local transport and air travel
Heavy rains in Mumbai have disrupted local trains and road traffic, prompting SpiceJet to issue a flight advisory warning of potential delays to arrivals, departures, and connecting services.

Sources

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