In the eastern sector of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), thunderstorms have begun to emerge, marking a shift in weather patterns. Meteorological analyses indicate that Central Mumbai, Thane, Bhiwandi, Kalyan, and Badlapur are experiencing conditions conducive to thunderstorm development. Notably, the skies over Kalyan-Dombivli Municipal Corporation (KDMC) are expected to witness significant cloud buildup imminently. Further updates on the evolving weather situation in western Mumbai are forthcoming.
Following a sudden dust storm in Mumbai on Monday, May 13, 2024, a substantial outdoor advertising hoarding collapsed onto a metal sheet roof (patra shade) in the Ghatkopar area. The incident transpired approximately at 4:30 PM near the Police Ground Petrol Pump on the Eastern Express Highway, as reported by the Mumbai Fire Brigade (MFB). The death toll from the massive hoarding collapse in Mumbai rose to 14 in the early hours of Tuesday. The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) conducted overnight rescue operations to save those trapped. At least 74 people have been injured in the incident.