Palghar monsoon floods disrupt rail and roads; IMD red alert issued, schools closed

Palghar: Life in Palghar district was severely affected due to heavy rainfall, with rivers and streams overflowing across several areas. After water was released from the Dhamni Dam, the water level in the Surya River rose rapidly, leading to severe flooding.During this situation, villagers who had gone for paddy plantation work on Dabhadi Island, located in the middle of the Surya River near Urse Colony Pada, were stranded for more than 24 hours amid rising floodwaters. Due to the strong current and increased water level, they were unable to return safely.#FWR_Ops | #Rescue | #EvacuationResponding swiftly to the flood situation caused by heavy rainfall in Palghar, MH, NDRF teams continue relentless Flood Water Rescue opsSo far, 47 persons rescued, 87 evacuated and rescued 02 livestock from the flood-affected areas. pic.twitter.com/ikVsVPlutS— NDRF India I राष्ट्रीय आपदा मोचन बल (@NDRFHQ) July 24, 2026 Palghar Floods Trigger Water Crisis In Vasai-Virar; Supply Disrupted For 2nd Day Following the incident, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), local police, and the revenue department jointly launched a rescue operation. Under the guidance of Vanagaon Police Station Inspector Tushar Pachpute, the rescue team successfully evacuated all the stranded villagers from the island.The timely rescue operation helped avert a major tragedy and ensured the safe return of all those trapped in the floodwaters.To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/

Palghar: At least two people have died and 244 others have been rescued after relentless rainfall triggered widespread flooding across Maharashtra's Palghar district over the past two days, prompting large-scale rescue operations by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and local authorities.The district administration has ordered all schools and educational institutions to remain closed on Friday as a precautionary measure amid continuing heavy rainfall and flood-like conditions.Flashflood in Dahanu, Palghar. #MumbaiRains pic.twitter.com/LulbijGmmD— Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) July 23, 2026 According to Vivekanand Kadam, chief of the district disaster management cell, multi-agency rescue operations concluded around 5 am on Friday after emergency teams worked through the night to evacuate stranded residents from inundated areas.The death toll rose to two after the body of a man who was swept away in floodwaters was recovered in Dahanu on Thursday, reported PTI. His identity is yet to be established. Earlier, another man's body had been found in a flooded nullah.244 People Rescued Across PalgharOfficials said 244 people were rescued from various parts of the district, including 124 residents from Palghar town, 65 workers stranded inside a factory in Talasari, and 25 people trapped at a farmhouse in Gundale. Rescue operations were carried out jointly by the district administration, NDRF teams and other emergency agencies.️ पालघर जिल्ह्यात एनडीआरएफची पथकं तैनात; अनेक रस्ते वाहतुकीसाठी बंदपालघर जिल्ह्यात सुरू असलेल्या मुसळधार पावसाच्या पार्श्वभूमीवर जिल्हा प्रशासन पूर्णपणे सतर्क. जिल्ह्यातील काही रस्ते पाणी साचल्यामुळे आणि सुरक्षेच्या कारणास्तव वाहतुकीसाठी बंद करण्यात आले. कोणत्याही… pic.twitter.com/a0ujWMPqiK— DD Sahyadri News | सह्याद्री बातम्या (@ddsahyadrinews) July 23, 2026 The district has witnessed some of its worst flooding in the past decade, with continuous heavy rainfall and water released from dams causing rivers to overflow. More than 200 villages across Palghar have lost connectivity with their respective taluka headquarters and the district headquarters after roads and culverts were submerged. The administration has deployed two local NDRF teams while three additional NDRF teams were requisitioned from Mumbai to strengthen rescue efforts in the worst-affected areas.Wada Among Worst-Hit Regions Due To Heavy RainsWada taluka has been among the hardest-hit regions, where incessant rain and strong winds damaged around 20 houses and caused extensive losses to paddy fields. Four culverts were submerged, disrupting access to several villages and affecting daily life.Several narrow escapes were also reported during the downpour. In Vasai West, four passengers were rescued after their car plunged into a waterlogged trench on the Sun City-Ghas Road when the driver swerved to avoid a stray dog. Local residents managed to pull all occupants out of the partially submerged vehicle.Palghar - Maharashtra State Transport (ST) bus got trapped in swirling floodwaters on the Sayvan–Vaghadhi road in Dahanu taluka after the driver misjudged the depth of the overflowing water. The bus, carrying four passengers along with the driver and conductor a total of six… pic.twitter.com/V8ZlUR0MSG— NextMinute News (@nextminutenews7) July 23, 2026 6 Rescued From MSRTC Bus Stuck In FloodwatersIn another incident, six people, including four passengers, were rescued after an MSRTC bus became stranded in rising floodwaters at Saivan. Residents used ropes to safely evacuate those trapped inside the bus.The heavy rainfall also severely affected traffic on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad National Highway, particularly between Talasari and Umbergaon, where waterlogging led to long traffic jams. Falling trees, flooded roads and poor visibility further slowed vehicular movement across the district.Police diverted highway traffic towards nearby hotels and roadside eateries, advising motorists to halt until conditions improved. As floodwaters gradually receded, traffic resumed on several affected roads and bridges.#PalgharRains️: पालघर जिल्ह्यात मुसळधार पावसामुळे जनजीवन विस्कळीत झाले असून अनेक भाग जलमय, वीजपुरवठा खंडित आणि गावांचा संपर्क तुटला#Palghar #HeavyRain #Monsoon2026 #MaharashtraRains #FloodAlert #RainAlert pic.twitter.com/vEaNUVpTYJ— AIR News Mumbai, आकाशवाणी मुंबई (@airnews_mumbai) July 23, 2026 District Collector Indu Rani Jakhar monitored the situation throughout the day, while revenue officials began conducting panchnamas to assess damage to homes, agricultural land and other property. Authorities said rescue and relief operations would continue in vulnerable areas until the situation returns to normal. To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/

Palghar district remained on high alert on Thursday after relentless rain since Wednesday afternoon triggered a flood-like situation in Dahanu, Talasari and other areas, inundating homes, shops, roads and railway tracks, disrupting train and road traffic and forcing the evacuation of 891 residents.The district had been receiving moderate rain since Monday, but its intensity surged on Wednesday afternoon, prompting a Red Alert. Dahanu and Talasari were among the worst affected, with Bordi, Dahanu and surrounding areas witnessing severe flooding overnight as water entered several houses and shops.Railway tracks were submerged, with water flowing over railway bridges between Gholvad and Umargam and between Vangaon and Dahanu, forcing Western Railway to temporarily suspend train movement. Long-distance trains towards Mumbai were held up on the Gujarat side from early morning. Several long-distance trains were cancelled or short-terminated, while suburban services were restricted to Vangaon instead of Dahanu and other locals ran with delays.VIDEO: Tansa Dam Overflows Amid Heavy Rain, Bringing Major Relief To Mumbai's Water Supply Waterlogging, overflowing bridges and fallen trees also affected roads across Dahanu, Talasari, Palghar and Vikramgad. Traffic was temporarily suspended on stretches of NH-48, Talasari-Ahmedabad, Talasari-Zai-Bordi-Umbergaon, Parnali-Boisar, Manor-Maswan, Kelwa Station-Kelwa Danda and several state highways in Dahanu. The Palghar-Boisar route was also affected. Strong winds uprooted trees and caused frequent power disruptions.The administration evacuated 891 people from 218 families, including 694 from 169 families in Dahanu, 65 from 14 families in Talasari and 132 from 35 families in Palghar. They were shifted to relief centres and provided food, drinking water and essential facilities.NDRF teams were deployed in Talasari and Dahanu, an NP rescue team at Bharad (Charoti), and fire brigade, police, health and disaster management teams remained on standby.At Gaikwad Pada in Kasa village, four members of Shankar Gaikwad’s family trapped in a hut were rescued after local youth Atul Ravate, Prem Dhodi, Ganesh Gaikwad and others entered fast-flowing water, 20-22 feet deep at places, using ropes and tubes to cross over 100 metres. Police Inspector Amar Patil also joined the operation.Mumbai Weather: IMD Forecasts Light To Moderate Rain On July 24; Yellow Alert For Thane, Palghar & Raigad All schools, Ashram schools, anganwadis and colleges remained closed on Thursday. One rain-related death was reported in Dahanu.The Pinjal crossed the warning level, while the Surya, Vaitarna, Pinjal and Deharje rivers and discharges from Dhamani, Kavadas, Tansa, Modak Sagar and Vaitarna dams were being monitored. District Collector Dr Indu Rani Jakhar said all departments were prepared for rescue and relief operations.Evacuations891: People evacuated218: Families shiftedDahanu: 694 people | 169 familiesTalasari: 65 people | 14 familiesPalghar: 132 people | 35 familiesAt relief centres: Food, drinking water and essential facilities providedTo get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/

Palghar: The Palghar district administration has intensified rescue and relief operations following incessant rainfall across the district, with emergency response teams deployed in vulnerable areas and all government machinery on high alert.As a precautionary measure, all schools, Ashram schools, anganwadis and colleges across the district remained closed today following the heavy rainfall warning issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD).In view of rising water levels and flooding in low-lying areas, the district administration has safely evacuated 891 residents from 218 families in Dahanu, Talasari and Palghar talukas. Of these, 694 persons from 169 families in Dahanu, 65 persons from 14 families in Talasari, and 132 persons from 35 families in Palghar have been shifted to designated relief centres. Food, drinking water and other essential facilities have been provided to all evacuees. Caught On Camera: Tin Roof Sheets Blown Away By Strong Winds Injure 3 Devotees In Nashik's Trimbakeshwar One rain-related fatality has been reported from Dahanu taluka. The identity of the deceased is yet to be established, and the process of assessing property damage is currently underway. Detailed assessments and panchnamas are being conducted by the concerned departments.Continuous rainfall has led to rising water levels in major rivers, with the Pinjal River crossing the warning level. Authorities are closely monitoring the Surya, Vaitarna, Pinjal and Deharje rivers, along with water levels and regulated discharges from Dhamani, Kavadas, Tansa, Modak Sagar and Vaitarna dams. Residents living in downstream areas have been alerted, and the district administration, along with disaster management agencies, remains fully prepared to respond promptly to any emergency situation, if required.To strengthen emergency response, NDRF teams have been deployed at Talasari and Dahanu, while an NP rescue team is actively assisting relief operations in Bharad (Charoti). Emergency Fire Brigades have also been deployed in Talasari and Dahanu to support local rescue efforts. All agencies, including the Police, Fire Brigade, Health Department and Disaster Management teams, remain on standby for any emergency.After Jantar Mantar Violence, Bombay Archdiocese Urges Prayer For National Healing, Justice & Education ReformHeavy rainfall has also affected road connectivity and traffic movement at several locations across Dahanu, Talasari, Palghar and Vikramgad talukas due to waterlogging, overflowing bridges and fallen trees. Traffic has been temporarily suspended on stretches of National Highway-48, Talasari-Ahmedabad road, Talasari-Zai-Bordi-Umbergaon road, Parnali-Boisar Road, Manor-Maswan road, Kelwa Station-Kelwa Danda Road, and several state highways in Dahanu. Restoration work will commence as soon as weather conditions permit. Meanwhile, the assessment of damage to property and livestock is currently underway. The final figures are yet to be compiled, and the concerned departments are conducting field inspections and damage assessments. Further updates are awaited.The district administration continues to monitor the situation round the clock and has appealed to citizens to avoid unnecessary travel, stay away from rivers, streams and flood-affected areas, refrain from crossing inundated roads and bridges, and rely only on official information issued by the administration. District Collector Dr. Indu Rani Jakhar stated that all departments remain fully prepared to ensure prompt rescue, relief and emergency response wherever required.To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/

​Palghar: Heavy downpours, which began on Wednesday afternoon and continued relentlessly through the night, have severely disrupted normal life across the Palghar district, including Talasari, Dahanu, and Palghar city. Rain created havoc in the Dahanu and Talasari talukas, leading to widespread waterlogging in several areas. The district had been receiving moderate rainfall since Monday, but the intensity unexpectedly surged on Wednesday afternoon, prompting the Meteorological Department to issue a Red Alert for the district.Latest satellite Animation pic.twitter.com/WRbXK4dBic— India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) July 22, 2026 *District wise Nowcast Warning valid for next two-three hours:**Issue Time:* 22-07-2026 10:16 Hrs IST*Validity Time:* 22-07-2026 13:16 Hrs IST*Red Warnings*: Lightning/Thunderstorms with gusty winds (around 60 kmph) and heavy rain (>15 mm/h) very likely over following… pic.twitter.com/CVbUT6OC3Q— India Meteorological Department (@Indiametdept) July 22, 2026 ​Following the increased intensity of rain since evening, water accumulated on roads across multiple locations. Extreme heavy rainfall was reported in Dahanu and Talasari. A flood-like situation developed overnight in Bordi, Dahanu, and surrounding areas, with floodwaters entering numerous houses and shops.Palghar, Mumbai: Continuous heavy rainfall and strong winds have disrupted power supply in several villages across Palghar district for over 12 hours. Electricity is yet to be restored in many areas, severely affecting daily life.#Palghar #Mumbai #PowerOutage #HeavyRain…— Vasai Virar Update (@vasaivirarinfra) July 23, 2026 Railway tracks were submerged as water flowed over railway bridges between Gholvad and Umargam, as well as between Vangaon and Dahanu. Consequently, Western Railway train traffic was temporarily suspended.Due to water level reaching the danger mark at Bridge between Gholvad (GVD) & Umbergaon Road (UBR), train movement has been suspended.❌ Fully Cancelled (23.07.2026)• 69111 Surat - Vadodara MemuShort Terminated (23.07.2026)• 69112 Vadodara - Surat Memu is short…— DRM Vadodara (@DRMBRCWR) July 23, 2026 Long-distance trains heading toward Mumbai were held up on the Gujarat side starting early morning. Western Railway announced the cancellation of several long-distance trains, short-terminated others, and restricted suburban local train operations to Vangaon (limiting service up to Dahanu).Flashflood in Dahanu, Palghar. #MumbaiRains pic.twitter.com/LulbijGmmD— Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) July 23, 2026 ​ Suburban train services ran with delays, while waterlogging on several key roads—including the Palghar–Boisar route—adversely impacted road traffic.Heavy rain in #Palghar since yesterday, all roads coming towards Palghar are submerged in water. pic.twitter.com/hWrtlyhIuN— Himanshu Vartak (@himanshuyv) July 23, 2026  The District Collector declared a holiday for all schools across Palghar district, with meteorologists predicting heavy rain to persist.  Holiday Declared for All Schools in Palghar District on Thursday, July 23 Due to Heavy Rainfall. #MumbaiRains pic.twitter.com/rvv3HhUXKL— Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) July 22, 2026 Severe winds accompanied the rain, causing trees to be uprooted in several places and leading to frequent power supply disruptions.To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/ 

Dahanu: Heavy rainfall over the past 16 hours in Dahanu taluka has caused a significant rise in the water levels of rivers, streams, and drains, disrupting normal life across the region. The Gaikwad Pada area of Kasa village was among the worst affected. Mumbai Braces For Heavy Rain As IMD Issues Yellow Alert Amid Gusty Winds; High Tide Warning In Place On Wednesday night, four members of the Shankar Gaikwad family were trapped inside a hut near their house after floodwaters surrounded the area from all sides. However, a courageous rescue operation by local youth and police personnel helped save all four safely.#WATCH | Palghar, Maharashtra: Heavy rainfall continues across Maharashtra's Palghar district. Five gates of the Dhamani Dam under the Surya Project have been opened by 75 cm, releasing water into the Surya River. A combined discharge of 37,303 cusecs from the Dhamni and Kavadas… pic.twitter.com/hMPVmIwPzl— ANI (@ANI) July 23, 2026 Around 8 pm on Wednesday, water started accumulating around Shankar Gaikwad’s house. After completing their agricultural work during the day, the family had stayed in the hut located next to their house. As the intensity of the rain increased, the hut was soon surrounded by floodwaters, leaving the family stranded. Realising that the situation was becoming critical, the family sought help from villagers.Flashflood in Dahanu, Palghar. #MumbaiRains pic.twitter.com/LulbijGmmD— Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) July 23, 2026 At around 10 pm, local youth gathered at the spot. Police personnel, including Police Inspector Amar Patil, were also informed and reached the location. Without wasting any time, Atul Ravate, Prem Dhodi, Ganesh Gaikwad, and other local residents began the rescue operation, risking their lives.Dahanu is severely waterlogged ⛈️ Very heavy rains recorded in North MMR throughout the night. Avoid unnecessary travel today people residing in these areas #MumbaiRains pic.twitter.com/CKEN7d5aqP— Mumbai Rains (@rushikesh_agre_) July 23, 2026 Three to four young men tied ropes around their waists and entered the rapidly flowing water, which was around 20 to 22 feet deep in some places. Battling the strong current, they reached near the stranded hut and tied a rope to a tree. Villagers on the other side held the rope firmly to provide support. With the help of tubes, the four family members were brought out safely after crossing a distance of more than 100 metres through the floodwaters.डहाणू आणि तलासरी भागात गेल्या ४८ तासांत झालेल्या विक्रमी पावसामुळे जनजीवन विस्कळीत झाले आहे. अनेक वाहतूक मार्ग बंद करण्यात आले आहेत. पूरस्थितीमुळे घोलवड आणि उंबरगाव परिसरातील रेल्वे व रस्ते वाहतूक ठप्प झाली आहे.@Hosalikar_KS @shetty_athreya #Gholvad #Umbergaon pic.twitter.com/aKdxdXnVH3— Ninad Chaudhari (@Ninad0921) July 23, 2026 During the rescue operation, as the water level continued to rise, Police Inspector Amar Patil personally entered the flowing water and participated in the rescue mission. The coordinated efforts of local residents and police ensured the success of the operation, preventing any loss of life.Palghar: Due to the IMD Red & Orange Alert, District Collector Dr. Indu Rani Jakhad has declared a holiday on 23 July for all schools, colleges, and Ashram schools in Dahanu and Talasari. However, all teachers and staff have been instructed to remain present for duty. #Palghar… pic.twitter.com/oChzGffcwO— Vasai Virar Update (@vasaivirarinfra) July 22, 2026 Meanwhile, continuous heavy rainfall has disrupted life in several parts of Dahanu taluka. The main state highway between Kasa and Charoti on the Dahanu–Jawhar route was submerged at several locations, causing traffic disruption for several hours. The Kasa–Saiwan state highway also witnessed severe waterlogging and remained closed for traffic throughout the night.To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/