Aksay

Gansu - China

2026-02-13

Jiuquan Meteorological Observatory issues yellow warning signal for sandstorms

Issue date: 2026-02-13T09:11+08:00

At 09:11 on February 13, 2026, the Jiuquan Meteorological Observatory issued a yellow warning signal for sandstorms: Currently, some parts of Aksai County are experiencing sandstorms. It is expected that during the day, Aksai County (Hongliuwan Town, Akqi Township, Aleteng Township, and Ayina Township) will still experience sandstorms with visibility less than 1000 meters. Please prepare relevant units and personnel for prevention.

Description

Sandstorms may occur within 12 hours (visibility is less than 1000m), or sandstorms have occurred and may continue.

Guidelines

1. The government and relevant departments shall do a good job in preventing sand and dust storms in accordance with their duties;

2. Close doors and windows, reinforce enclosures, scaffolds, billboards and other structures that are easily blown by the wind, properly arrange outdoor objects that are easily affected by high winds, cover building materials, and do a good job of sealing precision instruments;

3. Take care to bring dust-proof supplies such as masks and gauze to avoid damage to the eyes and respiratory tract caused by sand and dust;

4. Patients with respiratory diseases and those who are more sensitive to wind and sand should not go outdoors.