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Mumbai rains today: Are schools closed? Local trains, flights running? Latest updates

Mumbai Palghar IMD Thane

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for Mumbai, Thane and Palghar districts, warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next three hours.

According to ANI visuals, several parts of Mumbai witnessed severe waterlogging following heavy rainfall on Wednesday night and Thursday morning, disrupting normal life in some areas.

Palghar schools shut

Following the IMD's red alert for Palghar district, authorities have ordered the closure of all schools as a precautionary measure. Heavy rain has continued to lash Vasai-Virar and several parts of Palghar, IANS reported earlier on Thursday.

Are Mumbai local trains running?

Amid heavy rain and waterlogging, commuters have raised concerns over the functioning of Mumbai's suburban railway network. According to media reports, local trains on all three major routes are running behind schedule.

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