IMD Raises Orange Alert for Mumbai: Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Expected Until Morning
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- June 22, 2026
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Orange weather warning issued for Mumbai as strong thunderstorms loom
The India Meteorological Department has placed Mumbai under an orange alert, warning of intense thunderstorms and heavy rain that could persist until 10 am.
Early this morning the India Meteorological Department (IMD) sounded the alarm for the city that never sleeps – Mumbai. An orange alert, the second‑highest level in the warning system, has been issued for the metropolitan area, flagging the possibility of a fairly fierce thunderstorm accompanied by heavy downpours.
According to the latest forecast, the rain is likely to start just after dawn and could last well into the late morning, roughly until 10 am. The IMD has highlighted the potential for strong gusts, lightning strikes and localized flooding, especially in low‑lying parts of the city and along the coast.
Officials are urging residents to stay indoors where possible, avoid unnecessary travel, and keep an eye on updates from local authorities. If you do have to step out, watch out for water‑logged roads, slippery surfaces and, above all, sudden flashes of lightning.
Transportation services may feel the impact. Train and bus operations are expected to face delays, and commuters are advised to allow extra time for their journeys. Some schools and offices might also consider postponing start times, though that decision rests with individual institutions.
Why the orange alert? The IMD’s rating system goes from green (low risk) through yellow, orange, and finally red for extreme events. An orange warning means the situation is serious – not yet a disaster, but definitely something that could cause disruption if people ignore the advice.
In short, if you’re in Mumbai today, keep that umbrella handy, check the latest bulletins on your phone, and maybe postpone that early‑morning coffee run. Better safe than soggy.
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