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Mumbai Rains Latest: IMD raises alert to 'red'; air, train services hit

Heavy rains that started on Tuesday night saw Mumbai slow down on Wednesday morning.

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By CNBC-TV18 Sept 4, 2019 3:02:12 PM IST (Updated)

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Mumbai Rains Latest: IMD raises alert to 'red'; air, train services hit
Heavy rains that started on Tuesday night saw Mumbai slow down on Wednesday, with waterlogging reported in many areas and the road, rail and air services hit.

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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) raised the alert for Mumbai to ‘red’ from ‘orange’ for the next 24 hours. While 'orange' alert is issued as a warning of extremely bad weather which could potentially disrupt commute, 'red' refers to taking action with the certainty of disruptions.
As a precautionary measure, the BrihanMumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) ordered all schools in the city to remain shut for the day, said the BMC Disaster Control.
"The principals of schools where students have already reached, have been directed to ensure their safe return home," an official told IANS.
Many low-lying areas in the city and suburbs were flooded.
 
Flight operations at Mumbai Airport were delayed due to the downpour and fluctuating visibility levels.
IndiGo and Vistara have issued advisories, asking passengers to keep a track of their flights as they may be impacted due to the continuous rainfall.
Train services between CST and Thane, Vadala and Vashi and Borivali and Churchgate have been suspended.
The city has already received about half of its September average rainfall in the first four days of the month. According to a report by The Hindu, in 24 hours — from Monday morning to Tuesday morning — the city recorded 131.4mm rainfall. The average rainfall received by the city in September is 312.3mm.
Mumbai police, on Tuesday, had warned people of heavy rainfall and advised them to take precautions.
"IMD authorities have indicated high rainfall weather for Mumbai and other adjoining districts for the next two days. Please take adequate precautions and ensure safety. Dial100 in case of an emergency. Take care Mumbai," read a tweet by Mumbai police's official Twitter handle.
(Inputs from IANS)
 

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