Monsoon mayhem: South Bombay sees wettest July day in 50 years; house collapse, tree falls claim 8 lives

Mumbai experienced a devastating deluge, with record-breaking rainfall causing a building collapse in Mankhurd that claimed six lives, including five children. Unusually strong winds uprooted trees, leading to further fatalities. Flight operations were disrupted as the city recorded its wettest July day in over 50 years, with more heavy rain anticipated and a holiday declared for educational institutions.

Monsoon mayhem: South Bombay sees wettest July day in 50 years; house collapse, tree falls claim 8 lives
Mumbai experienced a devastating deluge, with record-breaking rainfall causing a building collapse in Mankhurd that claimed six lives, including five children. Unusually strong winds uprooted trees, leading to further fatalities. Flight operations were disrupted as the city recorded its wettest July day in over 50 years, with more heavy rain anticipated and a holiday declared for educational institutions.