'Most Violent Thunderstorm' Hit Mumbai Amid Heavy Rain, Netizens Share Scary Lightning Videos

Mumbai: Mumbaikars were in for a surprise after the weather in the Maharashtra capital took a dramatic turn causing heavy rains, lightning and a thunderstorm that the locals termed as ‘most violent storm ever’. Amid the waterlogging in Mumbai, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a heavy rain alert for the whole of Maharashtra .

Maharashtra Weather Update: IMD Issues Heavy Rain Alert

As per the IMD Weather Update, Central Maharashtra including Mumbai will be experiencing heavy rain for the next few days. The IMD has issued a heavy rain alert for several states including Maharashtra , till October 17.

Many users on X shared videos and pictures of lighting and thunderstorm in Mumbai 

In several viral videos shared by users on X, shows thunderstorms and strong lightning can be seen and heard amid the heavy rainfall. 

“Nature’s fury on full display in Mumbai tonight! ⚡️⛈️ The city lit up by a powerful thunderstorm—Mother Nature never fails to amaze,” one user posted along with a video of the storm.

Another user commented that Mumbai was “crying”, linking it to the passing of industrialist Ratan Tata. “Aaj tho Mumbai roh rhe hai,” he wrote in his post.

“Mumbai rains are something else. They can be magical and mesmerizing, turning the city into a lush, vibrant place. However, the heavy downpours can also lead to severe flooding and disrupt daily life. The city’s spirit is indomitable, though, and people find ways to navigate through the chaos. It’s truly a love-hate relationship with the monsoon,” the user wrote.

Waterlogging In Mumbai: 

Waterlogging was also witnessed in several some low-lying areas of Mumbai as heavy rain lashed the city.