China’s National Meteorological Center has renewed a yellow alert for rainstorms, forecasting heavy downpours across several southern regions. From 2 p.m. Saturday to 2 p.m. Sunday, provinces including Guangdong, Guangxi, Jiangxi, Hunan, Fujian, Anhui, Jiangsu, and Zhejiang are expected to experience significant rainfall.
The alert comes as parts of Guangdong and Jiangxi brace for torrential rains, with expected precipitation ranging between 100 to 180 millimeters. These substantial downpours are part of a broader pattern of increased rainfall in southern China this month.
Higher-than-Average Rainfall Predicted
According to the National Climate Center, southern regions of China are anticipated to receive 20 to 50 percent more rainfall than average for this period. April’s average precipitation in China reached 61.1 mm, marking a 51.8 percent increase over the overall average and representing the second-highest level since 1961.
This significant rise in precipitation heightens the risk of flooding, particularly in the middle and lower reaches of the Pearl River Basin and the Yangtze River Basin. The situation remains severe, especially in areas south of the Yangtze River.
Preventative Measures and Public Advisory
Authorities are urging proactive efforts to mitigate potential secondary disasters, such as mountain torrents, landslides, and mudslides, which could result from the heavy rainfall. Urban and rural areas are also advised to prepare for possible waterlogging.
Tourists and residents in the affected regions are encouraged to stay vigilant, closely monitor local weather forecasts, and take necessary safety precautions to ensure their well-being during this period of adverse weather.
