The heavy rainfall in Mumbai brought the city to a halt, with widespread flooding affecting roads and railway tracks. Social media was inundated with visuals depicting the chaos caused by the downpour, including submerged cars and waterlogged infrastructure. One particular video, originally shared by a journalist and widely reshared on social media platform X, has sparked significant discussion regarding safety measures during such weather conditions.

The footage in question shows a local train navigating through waterlogged railway tracks, with the engine and first compartment visible amidst the flooded environment. This scene, viewed over 1.6 lakh times, prompted a variety of reactions from X users. Some expressed concern over the dangerous situation, while others adopted a sarcastic tone.

One user humorously likened the scene to a scenario from a video game, stating, “When you type ‘Seaways’ in GTA Vice City.” Another sarcastically remarked on the situation, quipping, “They did a collab between Railways and Waterways during Mumbai Rains.” Others joined in with comments like, “Beautiful water rides, yay!” and “Do we call it a water rail?” A more serious comment simply stated, “This is so scary.”

The context of the video is underscored by the India Meteorological Department’s ‘red’ alert for Mumbai on July 9, resulting in the closure of schools and colleges across several districts. This alert highlights the severity of the weather conditions and the impact on daily life in the region.

As for my thoughts on the video, it’s concerning to see essential services like railways affected by such intense rainfall. It underscores the need for robust infrastructure and preparedness measures to mitigate the impact of extreme weather events on urban centers like Mumbai.