India: Waist-Deep Water Submerges Roads in Bhiwandi as Heavy Rain Batters Thane District.

Thane, India - July 05, 2026 Heavy monsoon rain inundated roads in Bhiwandi, on the outskirts of Mumbai, leaving several areas submerged under waist-deep water. The video shows streets transformed into fast-moving streams, with people wading through floodwater as vehicles struggle to pass through waterlogged roads. The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for Thane district, warning of extremely heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds. Authorities have urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel and stay away from flood-prone areas as the intense monsoon spell continues. Heavy rain has disrupted normal life across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, with widespread waterlogging, traffic congestion, and precautionary closures reported in several areas. Civic agencies remain on alert as more heavy spells are forecast through the day.