30 August 2017, 23:58 PM
Local train service resumes between Churchgate-Andheri. First train from Churchgate to Virar started at 11:58 pm.
30 August 2017, 23:55 PM
Mumbai recorded 298 mm of rainfall, the highest in a day in August since 1997, according to data from the India Meteorological Department.
30 August 2017, 23:50 PM
The Western Naval Command has made arrangements to provide shelter to Mumbaikars who were left stranded after heavy rains lashed the metropolis.
30 August 2017, 23:45 PM
Mumbai Police says, "Ganapati Visarjanprocession reaching immersion points. Policemen present at such points to ensure that immersion process is smooth."
29 August 2017, 23:09 PM
Bollywood Shaenshah Amitabh Bachchan praises Mumbai Police for the rescue efforts and salutes the true spirit of Mumbaikars.
Bachchan tweets: "T 2531 - Lashing rain .. flooded water logged .. but so admirable to see Mumbai Police, common man helping out .. true Mumbaikar Spirit ."
"T 2531 - Don't try to fight nature .. don't put blame .. what did the most powerful nation in the World do against Hurricane Harvey ??"
"T 2531 -Flooded roads, Police common man helping against terrible odds .. amidst this 'Visarjan' with band music still on .. amazing Mumbai."
29 August 2017, 23:00 PM
Bollywood actor Anupam Kher says, "There is no financial capital of any country like Mumbai which is treated so shabbily & irresponsibly by the authorities years after years."
The actor, however, praises Mumbaikars for once again showing the true Mumbai spirit.
"There is NO city in the world like #Mumbai when it comes to Human Bonding & Resilience at the time of crises. We see that again & again," Kher tweets.
29 August 2017, 22:31 PM
Locals are distributing packets of biscuits at Mumbai's Dadar area.
29 August 2017, 22:26 PM
Traffic from South towards Thane through Eastern Freeway and Eastern Expressway is clear: Mumbai Police
29 August 2017, 22:15 PM
Traffic moving South Mumbai towards Navi Mumbai, through Eastern Freeway is clear, says Mumbai Police.
29 August 2017, 22:05 PM
Mumbai Police's latest update - Traffic is clear on Western Highway from Airport upto Dahisar.
29 August 2017, 21:57 PM
The western coast of Maharashtra, including Mumbai, is expected to receive "extremely heavy rainfall" in the next 24 to 48 hours.
29 August 2017, 21:36 PM
Rain water enters the cargo complex of Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.
29 August 2017, 21:30 PM
Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) will remain open on August 31 (tomorrow) and all the market segments will function normally.
29 August 2017, 21:22 PM
A good samaritan Rajni Kalra reaches out to those in distress.
"All the gurudwaras in Mumbai are open for Langar and shelter for everyone who is stuck at any part of the city #MumbaiRains," she tweeted.
29 August 2017, 21:14 PM
Latest update from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport - Total 10 flights cancelled, seven flights diverted and 23 flights asked to go-around.
29 August 2017, 21:09 PM
Mumbai local train service resume between Thane to Kalyan on fast line.
29 August 2017, 21:06 PM
Fire brigade personnel rescue passengers stranded in local trains due to Mumbai rains. The rescue operations are still underway.
29 August 2017, 20:57 PM
Traffic snail-paced at Kurla traffic division, Lal Bahadur Shastri Road, Surve Junction, Kurla Depo, Shital Talkies, Kamani Junction, Halav bridge on Santacruz-Chambur Link Road.
29 August 2017, 20:51 PM
Vehicles coming from Goa and Pune have been advised not to enter the rain-battered Mumbai.
29 August 2017, 20:45 PM
Mumbai Police's latest update: Traffic from D'Mello road toward Eastern Freeway is moving now. Will be cleared soon.
29 August 2017, 20:29 PM
Railways Minister Suresh Prabhu directs officials to provide all possible help to passengers.
"In wake of heavy rains in Mumbai MR @sureshpprabhu has directed officials to provide all possible help to the passengers," Ministry of Railways tweets.
"MR @sureshpprabhu has directed officials to ensure resumption of Mumbai suburban services as soon as possible once the water recedes."
"Officers are also directed to provide all possible help to stranded passengers,employees @sureshpprabhu"
29 August 2017, 20:22 PM
BMC has cancelled leaves of all employees and has asked them to join back, civic body's PRO.
29 August 2017, 20:14 PM
As IMD has warned of more rainfall, people in Mumbai and areas around Mumbai are advised to stay back home unless there is an emergency, says Chief Minister's Office.
However, the essential services and critical staff in the Government will be on duty tomorrow.
29 August 2017, 20:15 PM
President Ram Nath Kovind expresses concern over the situation in Mumbai. He assured the Mumbaikars that government is taking all steps to help the affected.
"Thoughts with families, especially children, in Mumbai & western parts of the country hit by heavy downpour," the President tweeted.
"Govt & public agencies taking all steps amid heavy rains. Glad to note voluntary groups & citizens too coming together."
29 August 2017, 20:15 PM
CM Devendra Fadnavis instructs to suspend toll collection at all Mumbai entry points and sea link till rain situation gets back to normal.
29 August 2017, 20:02 PM
Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray reaches out to those in distress.
"All those stranded near Dadar, Prabhadevi please head to Siddhivinayak Temple. Waiting place for tonight is available," Aaditya Thackeray tweeted.
"Those stranded in Andheri- go to Andheri Sports Complex. For those in Mulund go to Kalidas Natyagraha. Food, water, holding place for night"
Please RT to help those who are stranded. Will keep posting more. Find a place and stay indoors please. More heavy rain expected pic.twitter.com/N0VIntmGFK
— Aaditya Thackeray (@AUThackeray) August 29, 2017
29 August 2017, 19:57 PM
Mumbai Police's latest update: Traffic on Jogeshwari–Vikhroli Link Road towards Eastern Expressway moving, though slowly.
29 August 2017, 19:48 PM
Torrential rain accompanied by strong winds have pummelled Mumbai. Lalbaugcha Raja mandal distributes food to stranded people.
29 August 2017, 19:34 PM
Mumbai Police's latest update: Due to overflowing Dahisar river, traffic on Western Expressway was stuck. Now that the water has receded, traffic has started moving Northward.
29 August 2017, 19:22 PM
Central Railway releases a list of cancelled trains.
Up Trains Cancelled on 29.8.2017 & 30.8.2017 due to #derailment and #MumbaiRains @RailMinIndia pic.twitter.com/ktBxcJ9Dgv
— Central Railway (@Central_Railway) August 29, 2017
29 August 2017, 19:14 PM
According to the civic body's disaster management cell, at least 20 incidents of trees fall and one of wall collapse were reported from Mumbai. Fortunatley, there were no casualties.
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29 August 2017, 19:02 PM
Thousands of vehicles stranded on arterial roads in Lower Parel, Dadar, Kurla, Andheri, Khar West, Ghatkopar, Sion and Hindmata areas.
29 August 2017, 19:05 PM
A Tube boat has been deployed for rescue operations in Mumbai's Dadar which is facing massive water logging.
29 August 2017, 18:47 PM
Maharashtra Education Minister says all schools and colleges to remain closed on August 30.
29 August 2017, 18:40 PM
National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) dispatches five more teams to Mumbai as a precautionary measure in addition to five teams already deployed in the cirty.
29 August 2017, 18:32 PM
Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh spoke to Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on the situation arising due to incessant rains in Mumbai and adjoining areas and promised all possible support.
"Had a telephonic conversation with Maharashtra CM Shri @Dev_Fadnavis regarding the situation due to heavy rains in Mumbai and nearby areas," the Home Minister tweets.
"I also assured the Maharashtra CM of all possible help from the Centre. The NDRF teams have already reached Mumbai for rescue & relief ops."
29 August 2017, 18:18 PM
BMC Dy Municipal Commissioner Sudhir Naik says the civic body has placed six big pumping stations and 30,000 staff are working on the ground to help people.
29 August 2017, 18:08 PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured all help to Maharashtra government.
The PM spoke to CM Devendra Fadnavis to take stock of the situation arising due to incessant rain in Mumbai and surrounding areas.
Taking to Twitter, PM Modi urges Mumbaikars and people living in surrounding areas to take all essential precautions.
"Spoke to Maharashtra CM @Dev_Fadnavis on the situation arising due to incessant rain in Mumbai & surrounding areas. @CMOMaharashtra," the PM tweets
"Centre assures all possible support to the Government of Maharashtra in mitigating the situation due to heavy rains in parts of the state."
"Urge the people of Mumbai and surrounding areas to stay safe & take all essential precautions in the wake of the heavy rain."
29 August 2017, 18:03 PM
Navy says its helicopters, divers on standby to meet any eventuality after heavy rain in Mumbai.
#MumbaiRains Five(05)Flood Rescue teams+Two(02)Diving teams ready 2render assistance at different locations across Mumbai @SpokespersonMoD pic.twitter.com/mpVwjeUdUt
— SpokespersonNavy (@indiannavy) August 29, 2017
#MumbaiRains Seaking 42 C ready for day/night Search&Rescue. Medical teams + Divers ready for immediate deployment @SpokespersonMoD pic.twitter.com/ssf2CBFR59
— SpokespersonNavy (@indiannavy) August 29, 2017
29 August 2017, 17:45 PM
Water logging has been cleared and Traffic has started moving on Bandra Worli sea link both north and south bound, says Mumbai Police
29 August 2017, 17:27 PM
Following the heavy rains, Railways have rescheduled trains running from Mumbai.
Following long distance trains of 29/8/17 departing frm WR/Mumbai have been rescheduled due to #VeryHeavyRains /Water logging @RailMinIndia pic.twitter.com/TXi2UJV5CM
— Western Railway (@WesternRly) August 29, 2017
29 August 2017, 17:24 PM
Operations at Mumbai 's Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport resume.
29 August 2017, 16:42 PM
Mumbai Police advises people on Twitter
"If D water on D roads is heading up to the level of your tyres, please abandon the car. Being on your 2 feet may be uncomfortable but safer."
"If you are stuck on the road , kindly dial 100 or contact us on Twitter. We will assist you #MumbaiRains"
29 August 2017, 16:42 PM
Traffic closed on Bandra Worli sea link due to water logging at Worli end.
29 August 2017, 16:41 PM
Operations at Mumbai airport suspended for some time due to low visibility, says PRO of Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport PRO.
29 August 2017, 16:28 PM
National Disaster Management Authority issues emergency number - 1916.
"Do not drive through flood affected areas. Stay safe indoors as much as possible. Plan your travel. Help each other," tweets NDMA.
"Stay at safer - higher place. Expect high tide at 4:50 PM. Do not take risk by driving through water."
29 August 2017, 16:27 PM
CM Fadnavis speaks to news agency ANI, says "Request people to follow traffic advisories being issued."
He appealed to the Mumbaikars to tweet to or call the Mumbai Police, for any help.
Earlier, the CM visited the State Disaster Management Control (SDMC) room in Mumbai and took stock of the situation arising out of the heavy rainfall.
29 August 2017, 16:02 PM
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis reviews situation in Mumbai arising out of heavy rainfall.
29 August 2017, 15:28 PM
Local Train services between Churchgate and Andheri have resumed on Fast Line
29 August 2017, 15:27 PM
All three lines of Mumbai local trains disrupted.
