China's National Meteorological Center (NMC) has escalated weather warnings as parts of the country brace for intense rainfall and severe convective conditions. A yellow alert, the third-highest in China's four-tier warning system, was issued Thursday for regions including Jiangxi, Hunan, Guangxi, and Guangdong, with forecasts predicting thunderstorms, gales, hail, and possible tornadoes in some areas.
Regional Impacts
From Thursday afternoon to Friday afternoon, southern and eastern provinces face torrential rains, with localized accumulations exceeding 120 millimeters. Coastal areas of Guangdong and eastern Jiangxi are on high alert for flash floods and landslides. The NMC also warned of strong winds in Anhui and Jiangsu, urging residents to avoid outdoor activities during peak storm hours.
Public Safety Advisory
Authorities have advised travelers and commuters to monitor real-time updates and avoid high-risk zones. Emergency response teams are on standby, particularly in mountainous regions prone to secondary disasters like mudslides. 'Road safety is critical during this period,' stated an NMC spokesperson, emphasizing reduced visibility and slippery conditions.
Understanding China's Weather Alerts
China’s color-coded system ranks red as the most severe, followed by orange, yellow, and blue. While yellow signals significant risk, it also reflects preparedness measures now underway, including drainage system checks in urban centers like Guangzhou and Nanchang. Meteorologists predict the storms will weaken by Saturday morning.
