China Braces for Arctic Blast as Blue Alerts Issued Nationwide
China’s meteorological authorities have renewed blue alerts for cold waves and strong winds, warning of sharp temperature drops and powerful gusts across the country in the coming days.
Significant Temperature Drops Expected
From Saturday to Thursday, most parts of China are expected to experience a temperature decline of 6 to 10 degrees Celsius, according to the National Meteorological Center. In some northwestern, northern, and northeastern regions, temperatures could plummet by 12 to 14 degrees Celsius, with certain areas seeing drops of up to 16 degrees Celsius.
Strong Winds on the Horizon
The National Meteorological Center has also renewed a blue alert for strong winds. From 8 a.m. Saturday to 8 a.m. Sunday, powerful winds are forecasted to hit parts of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Xizang Autonomous Region, Qinghai and Gansu provinces, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, the Taiwan Strait, the sea area east of Taiwan, and sections of the South China Sea.
Beijing Prepares for Rain and Snow
The Beijing Meteorological Service has issued a warning for a significant temperature drop starting Sunday evening, bringing rain and snow to the capital. The western and northern parts of Beijing could experience sleet or snow, while most urban areas and plains are expected to be dominated by rainfall. The precipitation is predicted to end by noon on Monday, followed by strong winds and freezing temperatures lasting until Wednesday.
Understanding China’s Weather Alerts
China employs a four-tier, color-coded weather warning system to inform the public about severe weather conditions. The alerts are categorized in order of severity: red represents the most severe weather, followed by orange, yellow, and blue.
Reference(s):
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