Hey everyone! Did you hear about what’s happening in the Chinese mainland this weekend? 🇨🇳 Big winds are coming, and they’re super rare! Let’s find out more.
What’s Going On?
From Friday to Sunday, a cold front (that’s when cold air moves in) is bringing strong winds to northern parts of the Chinese mainland. Some places will even have sandstorms! 🌪️ In the northwest and the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, people might see lots of dust and sand flying around.
Big Changes in the Weather
In the capital city, Beijing, they’re expecting really strong winds starting Friday afternoon. Some gusts in the mountains could be as fast as 41.4 meters per second! That’s super fast wind. On Saturday, temperatures in Beijing will drop a lot—down to 14 degrees Celsius. That’s a big change in just one day! 🥶
Rain and Hail in the South
While the north is getting winds and sand, southern parts of the Chinese mainland might have heavy rain and even hailstorms (that’s when ice balls fall from the sky!). ☔🌩️
Staying Safe
Because of the strong winds and weather changes, outdoor construction, school activities, and public events will be stopped. People are being told to stay safe by staying indoors, avoiding unnecessary trips, and making sure things like billboards are secure so they don’t blow away. 🏠
A Colorful Warning System
Did you know? The Chinese mainland uses a special color system to warn people about the weather. Red is the most serious, then orange, yellow, and blue. Right now, there’s a yellow alert for strong winds and a blue alert for sandstorms. 🚨
What Can We Learn?
Weather can change really fast, and it’s important to be prepared. Always listen to weather reports and stay safe! 🌤️
Stay warm and stay safe, friends!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
