‘Stay In, Stay Safe': Mumbai Police Warn Residents Amid Heavy Rain As Orange Alert Rings Out
Mumbai woke up to the sound of steady rainfall and the usual weekend traffic on Saturday, as the monsoon made a strong comeback. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange Alert for Mumbai and Thane for August 16 and 17, warning that some areas may receive heavy to very heavy rainfall. Just across the bay, Raigad district is under a Red Alert for August 16. This means that extremely heavy rainfall is expected there, with a higher risk of flooding and disruption.
The city's rain figures show the change in weather clearly. In the 24 hours up to 8.30 am on August 15, the Colaba weather station recorded 45.2 mm of rain, while Santacruz received 11.5 mm. Since the start of the monsoon season, Colaba has logged 1,119.2 mm of rainfall, and Santacruz has measured 1,435.7 mm.
Weather officials explain that this spell of rain is due to a low-pressure system over south Odisha and north Andhra Pradesh. Along with this, there is an east-west trough—a line of low pressure—extending from the Bay of Bengal into the Arabian Sea. This combination is pulling in moisture and causing heavy showers along the Konkan coast, including Mumbai. According to the IMD, the wet conditions are likely to continue until at least August 20.
The warning is not only about rain. Strong squally winds are also expected. Speeds could reach 40-50 km/h, gusting up to 60 km/h, on August 15-16, and increase to 45-55 km/h, gusting to 65 km/h, from August 17-19. The IMD has advised fishermen and coastal residents to avoid going out to sea during this period as conditions will be rough.
The Mumbai Police have urged residents to avoid nonessential travel, especially through waterlogged areas. Their teams are on high alert to respond to any emergencies. Residents can reach the police control room through helpline numbers 100, 112, and 103.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has activated its disaster control rooms and kept pumping stations ready to manage flooding in low-lying spots. Additional staff have been deployed in areas that typically see waterlogging, and tree-trimming teams are also on standby to prevent accidents caused by falling branches.
For Mumbaikars, this means preparing for a weekend of rain-soaked roads, slower commutes, and the possibility of transport delays. While the showers bring welcome relief from the city's humidity, they also serve as a reminder of the monsoon's unpredictable nature. Staying indoors, keeping an eye on official weather updates, and avoiding risky travel remain the best ways to stay safe until the alert is lifted.
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