The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a generally cloudy day with moderate rainfall across Mumbai and its suburbs on Monday. A yellow alert remains in place for Mumbai, Thane and Sindhudurg, while the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has also issued a high tide advisory and asked residents to stay cautious. The IMD has predicted a generally cloudy sky with moderate rainfall across Mumbai and nearby suburbs. Some parts of the city may receive heavy showers during the day. The weather department has also forecast occasional gusty winds with speeds between 40 kmph and 50 kmph. The maximum temperature is expected to remain around 30°C, while the minimum temperature may settle near 25°C.
Which Areas Are Under Rain Alerts?
The IMD has issued a yellow alert for Mumbai, Thane and Sindhudurg, warning of heavy rainfall at isolated places. Meanwhile, Raigad and Ratnagiri remain under an orange alert, where heavy to very heavy rainfall is expected in some locations.
How Much Rain Did Mumbai Receive?
Between 8 am on July 26 and 8 am on July 27, Mumbai recorded moderate rainfall across the city. The rainfall recorded was:
•   Mumbai City: 18.02 mm
•   Eastern Suburbs: 15.25 mm
•   Western Suburbs: 13.19 mm
What Are Mumbai’s High Tide Timings Today?
The BMC has urged residents, especially those living in low lying and coastal areas, to stay alert during high tide on Monday, as heavy rainfall could lead to waterlogging. The first high tide of the day is expected at 11:10 am, reaching 3.87 metres, followed by another high tide at 10:52 pm at 3.31 metres. Low tide is expected at 5:23 pm (2.12 metres) and again at 4:47 am on July 28 (0.97 metres).
What Is The Latest Update On Mumbai’s Water Supply?
Mumbai’s seven lakes supplying drinking water currently hold 12,79,534 million litres (ML) of water, which is 88.40% of their total storage capacity. Although the storage is slightly lower than the same period last year, the reservoirs remain at comfortable levels. Three of Mumbai’s seven lakes Modak Sagar, Vihar and Tulsi are currently 100% full, providing a boost to the city’s water reserves. Tansa is close to full at 98.93%, followed by Middle Vaitarna at 91.21% and Bhatsa at 86.86%. Upper Vaitarna has the lowest storage level among the seven reservoirs at 75.76%.mFour reservoirs have either reached full capacity or are close to overflowing.
What Has BMC Advised Residents?
The BMC has asked residents to stay alert during periods of heavy rainfall and high tide. People living in flood prone areas have been advised to monitor official weather updates and contact the civic emergency helpline 1916 if they require assistance.
