Mumbai Monsoon: Heavy Rainfall in Chembur, Worli, and Dadar Causes Disruption
Mumbai experienced intense monsoon showers on Monday morning, with Chembur, Worli, and Dadar recording over 100 mm of rainfall in just four hours. The city's municipal rain gauges highlight the severity of the downpour in these areas.
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Topping the chart was the Chembur Fire Station, which logged a staggering 140.80 mm, followed closely by Rainfall Pipeline BMC at 139.60 mm. Both readings underline the intensity of showers in central and eastern Mumbai.
The B. Nadkarni Park Municipal School in Wadala and the Worli Sea Face Municipal School were next in line, each recording 133.20 mm, while the Savitribai Phule Municipal School at Worli Naka reported 130.40 mm. Adding to Worli’s heavy tally, the Adarsh Nagar School also saw 128.80 mm.
Other locations recorded slightly lower but still noteworthy figures. The Frozberry Reservoir at F South Office measured 118.80 mm, the City Institute of Disaster Management in Parel and the District Collector Colony Municipal School in Chembur both reported 116.80 mm, and the F South Ward Office in Parel rounded off the list with 113.53 mm.
With multiple neighbourhoods inundated in just a short window, the data reflects how Mumbai’s monsoon continues to remain unpredictable and highly localised, often disrupting daily life within hours.
Mumbai rain updates: Don Bosco school bus stuck due to heavy rain; Police rescue stranded students safely. Due to heavy rain today, all schools in the city were given a half-day. Near Matunga Police Station, a Don Bosco school bus got stuck in severe waterlogging. Inside the bus, 6 small children, 2 lady staff members, and the driver were trapped for nearly an hour.
After a local journalist informed DCP Zone 4, Ragasudha R, about the situation, acting immediately, Matunga Senior Police Inspector Ravindra Pawar and his team reached the spot and rescued everyone within 2 minutes, bringing them safely to the police station.
The police provided biscuits to the children to comfort them after the ordeal. The timely action of DCP Ragasudha R, Senior PI Ravindra Pawar, and the Matunga Police staff has been widely appreciated.
Frequently Asked Questions
What areas in Mumbai recorded the highest rainfall during the recent downpour?
The areas that recorded the highest rainfall were Chembur Fire Station with 140.80 mm, Rainfall Pipeline BMC with 139.60 mm, B. Nadkarni Park Municipal School in Wadala and Worli Sea Face Municipal School with 133.20 mm each, and Savitribai Phule Municipal School at Worli Naka with 130.40 mm.
How long did the intense rainfall last in Mumbai on Monday morning?
The intense rainfall lasted for four hours, from 8 AM to 12 PM.
What measures were taken to ensure the safety of students during the heavy rain?
Due to the heavy rain, all schools in the city were given a half-day. Additionally, when a Don Bosco school bus got stuck in severe waterlogging near Matunga Police Station, the police acted swiftly, rescuing the children and staff within 2 minutes.
How did the police assist the stranded students and staff?
The police provided biscuits to the children to comfort them after the ordeal and brought everyone safely to the police station.
What does the data from the municipal rain gauges indicate about Mumbai's monsoon pattern?
The data from the municipal rain gauges indicates that Mumbai’s monsoon is unpredictable and highly localised, often causing significant disruptions in daily life within a short period.
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