The National Meteorological Center (NMC) of China has escalated weather warnings as rare sustained strong winds, sandstorms, and severe hailstorms threaten multiple regions starting Friday. Authorities issued a nationwide yellow alert for winds and a blue alert for sandstorms, signaling potential disruptions to travel, agriculture, and urban infrastructure.
Northern China, including Inner Mongolia and Beijing, is expected to face gusts of 37–41.4 meters per second (133–149 km/h) due to a cold vortex moving southeast from Mongolia. Beijing residents were warned of extreme temperatures and wind hazards lasting through Sunday, particularly in mountainous zones. Southern provinces, meanwhile, may confront damaging hailstorms.
The cross-regional weather patterns highlight vulnerabilities in climate resilience as the country balances rapid urbanization with natural disaster preparedness. Local authorities have urged residents to secure property, limit outdoor activities, and monitor updates — a critical precaution for businesses, travelers, and the Asian diaspora tracking regional developments.
