According to India Meteorological Department's (IMD) weather forecast, heavy rain is likely to continue in Mumbai, which led to issuing a yellow alert until Thursday morning, May 29. The warning also covers the city's neighbouring areas such as Thane, and Palghar.
Here is how the forecast for the city looks for the remainder of the week:
May 29: Mostly overcast skies with little rain
May 31: Mostly overcast skies with little rain
June 1: Overcast skies with a chance of rain or a thunderstorm
June 2: Overcast skies with a chance of rain or a thunderstorm
Additionally, an orange alert has been issued for Raigad, Sindhudurg, Ratnagiri, and Satara, indicating the possibility of more intense rainfall.
Konkan, Goa, and Madhya Maharashtra are likely to see thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds in addition to scattered to fairly widespread light to moderate rainfall until June 2. Additionally, Madhya Maharashtra would see isolated heavy to very heavy rains until May 29.
More rain may cause waterlogging and traffic jams, especially in low-lying parts of the city. People are advised to stay alert and change their travel plans if needed. The monsoon has reached Mumbai 16 days early.
A 24-hour period between May 26 and 27 marked the second wettest May day in 10 years for both IMD observatories in Mumbai. The Colaba weather station recorded 162 mm of rainfall, while Santacruz logged 144 mm—figures not seen since May 2021 during Cyclone Tauktae, which was unrelated to the monsoon's early arrival.
Government Plans Relief for Affected People
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has asked officials to give financial help to people affected by heavy rainfall in the state. This was shared by his cabinet member Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Tuesday, May 27.
Bawankule said that farmers and others hit by the rain will get compensation. The payment will be given as per the rules of the State Disaster Response Fund and the National Disaster Response Fund. He also said that the state cabinet has received a full report on the damage caused by the rain.
Wildlife Rescue Efforts Underway
Over 40 wild animals were rescued after the intense rain in Mumbai and nearby areas. Most of the rescued animals were birds. As per sources, the animals were hurt because of broken bones, falling from nests, or being moved by strong wind and rain.
In response, the forest department worked with teams in Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, and Palghar. Together, they rescued around 40 wild animals. This included injured flamingos and a peacock with a broken wing.
The public has been requested to report any wildlife emergency. People can call the forest department helplines or contact animal welfare volunteers.
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