Weather update: Heavy rains wreak havoc in Mumbai and northern India

By Vivek Dubey

CNBC-TV18.com

Published July  14, 2024

Monsoon Havoc in India

Heavy rains wreaked havoc across India, particularly in Mumbai and northeast regions, causing waterlogging and travel disruptions.

IMD's Latest Forecast

India Meteorological Department predicts continued heavy rainfall in mountainous and northeast areas, including Delhi and Mumbai.

Delhi-NCR Under Cloudy Skies

Delhi-NCR experiences cloudy skies with light rain, recording 13.6 mm rainfall in the last 24 hours, with temperatures ranging around 27.6 to 36 degrees Celsius.

Air Quality Update

Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) remains in the satisfactory category at 97, providing relief from humid conditions.

Humid Conditions in Delhi

Residents face humid weather conditions despite occasional rainfall, with temperatures ranging from 25 to 35.6 degrees Celsius.

Mumbai's Waterlogging Woes

Mumbai faces severe waterlogging amid heavy rainfall, with the Regional Meteorological Department issuing alerts across Maharashtra.

Heavy Rainfall in Maharashtra

Maharashtra anticipates heavy rainfall, with red and orange alerts issued for various districts including Mumbai, Satara, and Kolhapur.

Weather Shift in Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh experiences a temperature drop but increased humidity, with the likelihood of thunderstorms and heavy rain.

Bihar's Rainfall Outlook

Bihar expects scattered rainfall and thunderstorms, with yellow alerts issued for several districts including Patna and Kishanganj.

Alerts Across States

Several states, including Karnataka, Gujarat, and Uttarakhand, are on alert for heavy rains, affecting travel and daily activities.

Extended Forecast

IMD forecasts continued heavy rainfall in multiple states until July 17, prompting alerts and precautions across affected regions.