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Torrential rains paralyse Mumbai: As it happened on August 29
Torrential rains lashed Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad and other parts of Maharashtra severely affecting rail, road and air services and throwing normal life out of gear.
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Local train service resumes between Churchgate-Andheri. First train from Churchgate to Virar started at 11:58 pm.
Mumbai recorded 298 mm of rainfall, the highest in a day in August since 1997, according to data from the India Meteorological Department.
The Western Naval Command has made arrangements to provide shelter to Mumbaikars who were left stranded after heavy rains lashed the metropolis.
Mumbai Police says, "Ganapati Visarjanprocession reaching immersion points. Policemen present at such points to ensure that immersion process is smooth."
Bollywood Shaenshah Amitabh Bachchan praises Mumbai Police for the rescue efforts and salutes the true spirit of Mumbaikars.
Bachchan tweets: "T 2531 - Lashing rain .. flooded water logged .. but so admirable to see Mumbai Police, common man helping out .. true Mumbaikar Spirit ."
"T 2531 - Don't try to fight nature .. don't put blame .. what did the most powerful nation in the World do against Hurricane Harvey ??"
"T 2531 -Flooded roads, Police common man helping against terrible odds .. amidst this 'Visarjan' with band music still on .. amazing Mumbai."
Bollywood actor Anupam Kher says, "There is no financial capital of any country like Mumbai which is treated so shabbily & irresponsibly by the authorities years after years."
The actor, however, praises Mumbaikars for once again showing the true Mumbai spirit.
"There is NO city in the world like #Mumbai when it comes to Human Bonding & Resilience at the time of crises. We see that again & again," Kher tweets.
Locals are distributing packets of biscuits at Mumbai's Dadar area.
Traffic from South towards Thane through Eastern Freeway and Eastern Expressway is clear: Mumbai Police
Traffic moving South Mumbai towards Navi Mumbai, through Eastern Freeway is clear, says Mumbai Police.
Mumbai Police's latest update - Traffic is clear on Western Highway from Airport upto Dahisar.
The western coast of Maharashtra, including Mumbai, is expected to receive "extremely heavy rainfall" in the next 24 to 48 hours.
Rain water enters the cargo complex of Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.
Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will remain open on August 31 (tomorrow) and all the market segments will function normally.
A good samaritan Rajni Kalra reaches out to those in distress.
"All the gurudwaras in Mumbai are open for Langar and shelter for everyone who is stuck at any part of the city #MumbaiRains," she tweeted.
Latest update from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport - Total 10 flights cancelled, seven flights diverted and 23 flights asked to go-around.
Mumbai local train service resume between Thane to Kalyan on fast line.
Fire brigade personnel rescue passengers stranded in local trains due to Mumbai rains. The rescue operations are still underway.
Traffic snail-paced at Kurla traffic division, Lal Bahadur Shastri Road, Surve Junction, Kurla Depo, Shital Talkies, Kamani Junction, Halav bridge on Santacruz-Chambur Link Road.
Vehicles coming from Goa and Pune have been advised not to enter the rain-battered Mumbai.
Mumbai Police's latest update: Traffic from D'Mello road toward Eastern Freeway is moving now. Will be cleared soon.
Railways Minister Suresh Prabhu directs officials to provide all possible help to passengers.
"In wake of heavy rains in Mumbai MR @sureshpprabhu has directed officials to provide all possible help to the passengers," Ministry of Railways tweets.
"MR @sureshpprabhu has directed officials to ensure resumption of Mumbai suburban services as soon as possible once the water recedes."
"Officers are also directed to provide all possible help to stranded passengers,employees @sureshpprabhu"
BMC has cancelled leaves of all employees and has asked them to join back, civic body's PRO.
As IMD has warned of more rainfall, people in Mumbai and areas around Mumbai are advised to stay back home unless there is an emergency, says Chief Minister's Office.
However, the essential services and critical staff in the Government will be on duty tomorrow.
President Ram Nath Kovind expresses concern over the situation in Mumbai. He assured the Mumbaikars that government is taking all steps to help the affected.
"Thoughts with families, especially children, in Mumbai & western parts of the country hit by heavy downpour," the President tweeted.
"Govt & public agencies taking all steps amid heavy rains. Glad to note voluntary groups & citizens too coming together."
CM Devendra Fadnavis instructs to suspend toll collection at all Mumbai entry points and sea link till rain situation gets back to normal.
Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray reaches out to those in distress.
"All those stranded near Dadar, Prabhadevi please head to Siddhivinayak Temple. Waiting place for tonight is available," Aaditya Thackeray tweeted.
"Those stranded in Andheri- go to Andheri Sports Complex. For those in Mulund go to Kalidas Natyagraha. Food, water, holding place for night"
Mumbai Police's latest update: Traffic on Jogeshwari–Vikhroli Link Road towards Eastern Expressway moving, though slowly.
Torrential rain accompanied by strong winds have pummelled Mumbai. Lalbaugcha Raja mandal distributes food to stranded people.
Mumbai Police's latest update: Due to overflowing Dahisar river, traffic on Western Expressway was stuck. Now that the water has receded, traffic has started moving Northward.
Central Railway releases a list of cancelled trains.
According to the civic body's disaster management cell, at least 20 incidents of trees fall and one of wall collapse were reported from Mumbai. Fortunatley, there were no casualties.
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Thousands of vehicles stranded on arterial roads in Lower Parel, Dadar, Kurla, Andheri, Khar West, Ghatkopar, Sion and Hindmata areas.
A Tube boat has been deployed for rescue operations in Mumbai's Dadar which is facing massive water logging.
Maharashtra Education Minister says all schools and colleges to remain closed on August 30.
National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) dispatches five more teams to Mumbai as a precautionary measure in addition to five teams already deployed in the cirty.
Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh spoke to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on the situation arising due to incessant rains in Mumbai and adjoining areas and promised all possible support.
"Had a telephonic conversation with Maharashtra CM Shri @Dev_Fadnavis regarding the situation due to heavy rains in Mumbai and nearby areas," the Home Minister tweets.
"I also assured the Maharashtra CM of all possible help from the Centre. The NDRF teams have already reached Mumbai for rescue & relief ops."
BMC Dy Municipal Commissioner Sudhir Naik says the civic body has placed six big pumping stations and 30,000 staff are working on the ground to help people.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured all help to Maharashtra government.
The PM spoke to CM Devendra Fadnavis to take stock of the situation arising due to incessant rain in Mumbai and surrounding areas.
Taking to Twitter, PM Modi urges Mumbaikars and people living in surrounding areas to take all essential precautions.
"Spoke to Maharashtra CM @Dev_Fadnavis on the situation arising due to incessant rain in Mumbai & surrounding areas. @CMOMaharashtra," the PM tweets
"Centre assures all possible support to the Government of Maharashtra in mitigating the situation due to heavy rains in parts of the state."
"Urge the people of Mumbai and surrounding areas to stay safe & take all essential precautions in the wake of the heavy rain."
Navy says its helicopters, divers on standby to meet any eventuality after heavy rain in Mumbai.
Water logging has been cleared and Traffic has started moving on Bandra Worli sea link both north and south bound, says Mumbai Police
Following the heavy rains, Railways have rescheduled trains running from Mumbai.
Operations at Mumbai 's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport resume.
Mumbai Police advises people on Twitter
"If D water on D roads is heading up to the level of your tyres, please abandon the car. Being on your 2 feet may be uncomfortable but safer."
"If you are stuck on the road , kindly dial 100 or contact us on Twitter. We will assist you #MumbaiRains"
Traffic closed on Bandra Worli sea link due to water logging at Worli end.
Operations at Mumbai airport suspended for some time due to low visibility, says PRO of Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport PRO.
National Disaster Management Authority issues emergency number - 1916.
"Do not drive through flood affected areas. Stay safe indoors as much as possible. Plan your travel. Help each other," tweets NDMA.
"Stay at safer - higher place. Expect high tide at 4:50 PM. Do not take risk by driving through water."
CM Fadnavis speaks to news agency ANI, says "Request people to follow traffic advisories being issued."
He appealed to the Mumbaikars to tweet to or call the Mumbai Police, for any help.
Earlier, the CM visited the State Disaster Management Control (SDMC) room in Mumbai and took stock of the situation arising out of the heavy rainfall.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reviews situation in Mumbai arising out of heavy rainfall.
Local Train services between Churchgate and Andheri have resumed on Fast Line
All three lines of Mumbai local trains disrupted.
All Mumbai schools, offices ordered to be closed.
Waterlogging reported in following areas:
Dadar, Matunga, King Circles, Ghatkoper, Vidyavihar, Santacruz, Vadala, Hindmata, Sayan, Chembur, Kanjurmarg, Kurla
Maharashtra govt orders all offices to allow their employee to go back to their homes in view of heavy rains
Milan subway and Andheri subway closed due to water logging. Traffic slow at DN Nagar and BMW Junction: Mumbai Police
Avoid going towards BKC and Bandra East. Heavy water logging expected: Mumbai Police
Rains reduce visibility, forcing airport authorities to divert a few flights.
"Flights were delayed by around 20 minutes," Veena Chiplunkar, a spokeswoman for the Mumbai International Airport tells PTI.
Weather officials predict over 100 mm (4 inches) of rain in Mumbai on Tuesday, urge people to stay indoors.
Severe water-logging witnessed at Dadar Circle:
Traffic signal not working at Dadar area:
Mumbai and suburban areas received more than 70 mm rain in past one hour and more than 100 mm rain in Mumbai since 8:30 am today: BMC
All local trains between Churchgate and Andheri are suspended due to waterlogging
Train running status: Movement on Western Line that was suspended has now resumed
Four people injured after an iron, frame for posters, falls in VP road area; injured shifted to Saifee hospital
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Severe water-logging in Andheri east's Sahar area due to heavy rainfall
Traffic snarls across south-central Mumbai due to heavy rain in the region
BMC reports three incidents of wall collapse, 16 incidents of short circuit and 23 incidents of trees/branches falling in past 24 hour
Waterlogging reported at Byculla station (east) near Palace cinema towards Rani Baug bus stop: Mumbai Police
Three teams of NDRF stationed in Mumbai put on alert, two additional teams have been moved from Pune to Mumbai
Train running status: Suburban train service suspended on main line between Parel and Kurla and on Harbour line between Vadala Road-Kurla, says CR PRO
Mumbai Police issues advisory, asks citizen to travel with care:
Traffic moving slow at multiple places across the city due to heavy downpour and water logging. travel with care Mumbai #MumbaiRains
Mumbai Police issues traffic advisory:
A tree has fallen at Saat Rasta, near the petrol pump thus affecting traffic
Traffic moving slow at Akruti mall, Andheri, WEH, Bahar bridge, Andheri, Santacruz airport bridge sliproad (southbound)
Traffic affected at the Churchgate junction due to an incident of tree fall and at Dadar TT due to water logging
South bound traffic towards Matunga diverted to Wadala due to water logging on EEH (Amar Mahal) SG Barve Road and VN Purav Road
Some trains going to Churchgate being reported to be terminated at Andheri on the Western Line. The Central Line also witnessing cancellations in view of heavy showers: Sources
Heavy traffic jam reported in several areas including Bandra, Dadar and Himanta. Waterlogging witnessed in low-lying areas following incessant rains.
Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Samiti, Greater Mumbai issues advisory to Ganapati mandals to disconnect power supplies if there is water-logging in area.
Today is the fifth day of the ongoing Ganpati Utsav in the city.
Maharashtra IMD DDG issues warning of heavy rains in Mumbai:
"Scattered heavy to very heavy rainfall expected within 48 hrs. Isolated heavy rainfall expected in North Konkan," officials said.
High tide expected in Mumbai today at 4:35 pm which is expected to be 3.32 meters in height, reports ANI.
Mumbai residents asked to maintain a safe distance from beaches in the city.
A bus struggles through a water-logged street after rains lashed Mumbai
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Mumbai: Torrential rains lashed Mumbai, Thane, Palghar, Raigad and other parts of Maharashtra severely affecting rail, road and air services and throwing normal life out of gear.