China braces for rare strong winds as the meteorological authority issued a yellow alert.
China’s meteorological authority issued a yellow alert for strong winds and a blue alert for sandstorms on Thursday, signaling the likelihood of significant weather-related disruptions nationwide.
From Friday through Sunday, a strong cold front is projected to bring unusually persistent winds to northern China, intense hailstorms to the south, and sand-laden weather to northwestern regions and Inner Mongolia, according to the National Meteorological Center.
Beijing’s weather office also issued a warning on Wednesday night, alerting the public to expect powerful gusts and cooler temperatures from Friday afternoon through the weekend.
The capital is expected to endure ongoing gales, especially in mountainous zones, where wind speeds may reach between 37 and 41.4 meters per second, driven by a strong cold air vortex from Mongolia.
Wind intensity is expected to peak on Saturday, accompanied by a sharp temperature drop—daytime highs will fall to 14°C, marking a 13°C plunge in just 24 hours.
Between April 11 and 13, northern China is anticipated to face rare, continuous strong winds triggered by the forceful cold air mass.
Temperatures across central and eastern China are likely to decrease by 6 to 10°C from Friday to Saturday, while southern areas may see moderate to heavy rainfall.
Outdoor construction, school operations, and public events are being suspended. Citizens are urged to limit travel, stay indoors when possible, secure temporary structures, and protect vulnerable individuals.
Transport services are advised to prepare for possible disruptions, and the agricultural sector is encouraged to reinforce protective measures for greenhouses and livestock facilities.
China’s weather alert system follows a four-tier color code, where red indicates the highest level of danger, followed by orange, yellow, and blue.
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