Heavy Rain once again caused waterlogging in Mumbai’s low-lying areas, affecting both the city and suburbs.
The Pune administration increased the water release from Khadakwasla Dam to 40,000 cusecs at 6 a.m. on Thursday, following an earlier release of 27,203 cusecs at 4 a.m., and issued a riverbank alert.
Due to Wednesday night’s heavy rains in Pune, water flooded houses and buildings in Ekta Nagri and Vitthal Nagar.
Pune Rains: Schools Closed Due to Severe Weather
Due to heavy rain warnings, schools in several Pune areas closed on July 25, with District Collector Suhas Diwase urging residents to stay indoors for safety.
IMD alerts of 40,000 cusecs released from Khadakwasla dam, risking Pune waterlogging; citizens urged to stay alert and avoid travel.
Peth Areas Struggle with Traffic Chaos and Noise Pollution
Pune rains caused traffic jams and tree falls, especially in Hinjewadi IT Park, where waterlogged roads led to significant travel delays.
Pune’s Peth areas faced choked roads, long vehicle queues, and noise pollution, while residents reported inadequate traffic police response despite deployments.
Pune Rains: Fatalities and Water Release
Four deaths occurred due to rain, including electrocution and landslides, while over 35,000 cusecs were released from Khadakwasla Dam.
Monsoon Alert: Red and Orange Warnings Issued
IMD warns Gujarat and Maharashtra with a red alert, while other states face heavy rains, leading to severe flooding and 61 deaths.
Monsoon Forecast: Heavy Rains Across Regions
Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh face heavy rains, while Odisha and northeastern states will experience isolated heavy showers through late July.
IMD Issues Warnings for Heavy Rains
IMD forecasts extreme rainfall for Gujarat and Maharashtra, with alerts for Mumbai and heavy showers across India through July 28.