Heavy rain and gusty winds continued to lash Mumbai on Saturday, disrupting public transport and civic services, damaging infrastructure. This prompted authorities to issue a fresh advisory asking residents to stay indoors unless absolutely necessary.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, warning of extremely heavy rainfall.
Schools And Colleges Shut For Afternoon Shift
In view of the weather warning and student safety, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) declared a holiday for the afternoon shift in all schools and colleges across Mumbai on July 4.
The civic body also appealed to citizens to avoid non-essential travel and and step out only in case of emergencies.
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91 Tree Falls, 30 Short Circuits Reported
The BMC said the city witnessed widespread rain-related incidents over the past 24 hours. More than 91 complaints of fallen trees or branches were received, while around 30 incidents of short circuits were reported.
Authorities also recorded 19 incidents involving wall collapses and waterlogging, with civic teams deployed to clear debris and restore normalcy.
Metro Services Affected On Line 2A
Metro services on Mumbai Metro Line 2A were partially disrupted due to a technical issue between Dahisar East and Kandarpada stations.
While services between Andheri West and Dahanukarwadi are operating normally, trains between Dahanukarwadi and Dahisar East are running on a single track in both directions.
Metro authorities said services have not been suspended entirely, although commuters may experience minor delays as technical teams work to restore normal operations.
Woman Dies Of Electrocution In Thane
In neighbouring Thane district, a 35-year-old woman died after she reportedly slipped near a power transformer during heavy rain and came into contact with a live electrical wire, police said.
The incident has renewed concerns over electrical safety during the ongoing monsoon season.
With heavy rainfall expected to persist, authorities have advised residents to avoid waterlogged areas, damaged structures and exposed electrical installations. Emergency services remain on high alert as Mumbai braces for more intense rain in the coming hours.