Authorities in northern China have urged residents to remain indoors as the region faces extreme winds, with gusts projected to reach up to 150 kilometers per hour (93 mph) from Friday to Sunday.
China Issues Warning as Millions Brace for Fierce Winds
China Issues Warning as Millions Brace for Fierce Winds
Northern China prepares for unprecedented gusts that could impact millions this weekend.
The Beijing Meteorological Service has issued a rare orange alert—the second-highest weather warning—as the area sees winds stronger than in years, caused by a cold vortex moving southeast from Mongolia. Classes have been suspended, outdoor events cancelled, and residents are advised to stay indoors due to safety concerns.
The extreme weather will affect major cities including Beijing and Tianjin, with temperatures in the capital expected to drop significantly by 13 degrees Celsius within one day. Authorities warn that individuals under 50 kilograms (110 lbs) could potentially be "easily blown away".
Typically, high winds in the region are not unusual at this time of year, but this severe forecast has prompted the cancellation of numerous events, including the world's first humanoid robot half marathon, now rescheduled for April 19.
Many parks and tourist sites will close to keep people safe, and all construction work and certain train services have been halted. To minimize damage, thousands of trees have been reinforced.
Social media users are creatively responding to the weekend restrictions with humor, noting the windy weather's convenience in avoiding disruption to the working week. As authorities also caution against outdoor fires to prevent forest blaze risks, the strong winds are expected to begin easing late Sunday night.
The extreme weather will affect major cities including Beijing and Tianjin, with temperatures in the capital expected to drop significantly by 13 degrees Celsius within one day. Authorities warn that individuals under 50 kilograms (110 lbs) could potentially be "easily blown away".
Typically, high winds in the region are not unusual at this time of year, but this severe forecast has prompted the cancellation of numerous events, including the world's first humanoid robot half marathon, now rescheduled for April 19.
Many parks and tourist sites will close to keep people safe, and all construction work and certain train services have been halted. To minimize damage, thousands of trees have been reinforced.
Social media users are creatively responding to the weekend restrictions with humor, noting the windy weather's convenience in avoiding disruption to the working week. As authorities also caution against outdoor fires to prevent forest blaze risks, the strong winds are expected to begin easing late Sunday night.
