# IMD issues three-hour Mumbai thunderstorm alert, flights hit 2026-09-29T18:11:42+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet The India Meteorological Department has issued a three-hour weather alert for Mumbai, warning of thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds. The alert, covering the period till 3 pm, cautions that the weather could temporarily disrupt road and air traffic, especially if rainfall intensifies again. Airlines including IndiGo and Akasa Air reported flight delays and diversions at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport. Passengers have been advised to check with their carriers for updated schedules. The IMD has not yet extended the warning beyond the current three-hour window. ## Indian Opinion Analysis Mumbai has faced similar weather disruptions before, notably during the June 2023 monsoon onset when flights were diverted and local train services halted for hours. The India Meteorological Department uses a colour-coded warning system, an orange alert, as issued here, signals to prepare for severe weather, while a red alert would mean take action. Airlines typically waive cancellation and rebooking fees when such official warnings are in place, a policy set by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation. For passengers, the next signal to watch is the IMD's 3 pm update, which will determine if the warning extends or lifts. ## Coverage - ndtvprofit.com Tags: Akasa Air, India Meteorological Department, IndiGo, Mumbai Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/imd-issues-three-hour-mumbai-thunderstorm-alert-flights-hit/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/imd-issues-three-hour-mumbai-thunderstorm-alert-flights-hit/#story-in-brief