Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:08am on 09 Jul 2024,Tuesday Weather & Environment
Mumbai, India, is experiencing severe flooding due to heavy rainfall, with over 300 mm received in six hours. Schools and educational institutes are closed, and train services are suspended due to waterlogging on tracks and stations. A 'red' alert has been issued by the India Meteorological Department, predicting heavy showers for July 9. Residents are facing inundated roads and low-lying areas, with disruptions in daily life. The city is struggling to cope with the intense downpour, with local train services expecting delays and cancellations. The heavy rainfall has brought the city to a standstill.