Heavy rain paralyses life in India's financial capital Mumbai
Summary
Heavy rainfall in Mumbai, India's financial capital, has disrupted daily life, causing severe flooding, transport delays, and evacuations. Authorities rescued hundreds trapped on a monorail, and weather officials issued warnings for continued heavy rain. The rains have led to at least 21 deaths and affected transportation and infrastructure.Key Facts
- Mumbai is experiencing severe flooding due to heavy rainfall.
- Roads are submerged, and flights and trains are cancelled or delayed.
- Nearly 600 people were stuck on a monorail; 23 needed medical attention.
- Schools and colleges are mostly closed in the city.
- 350 people were evacuated from low-lying areas to temporary shelters.
- India's weather department has issued a red alert, predicting more heavy rain.
- Mumbai has received 800mm of rain in four days, surpassing average August levels.
- At least 21 rain-related deaths occurred in Maharashtra over the past four days.
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