Bortala Prefecture

Xinjiang - China

2025-05-20

Bortala Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture Meteorological Observatory issues yellow lightning warning

Issue date: 2025-05-19T12:51+08:00

The Bortala Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture Meteorological Observatory issued a yellow warning signal for lightning at 12:51 on May 19, 2025: It is expected that there will be a high possibility of lightning activity in most parts of Bortala from noon to night today, accompanied by strong convective weather such as thunderstorms of level 8 or above, short-term heavy precipitation, hail, etc. in some areas. Please strengthen prevention measures.

Description

Lightning activities may occur within 6 hours, which may cause lightning disasters.

Guidelines

1. The government and relevant departments shall do a good job in lightning protection according to their duties;

2. Pay close attention to the weather and try to avoid outdoor activities.

Bortala Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture Meteorological Observatory issues a blue warning for strong winds

Issue date: 2025-05-19T12:45+08:00

At 12:45 on May 19, 2025, the Bortala Mongolian Autonomous Prefecture Meteorological Observatory issued a blue warning signal for strong winds: it is expected that gusts of around 6 levels will occur in most parts of Bortala from day to night today, and gusts of around 9 levels will occur in the vicinity of Lake Sailimu, the line from Alashankou to Abi Lake, and most mountainous areas of Bortala. Relevant units and personnel are requested to be prepared for prevention.

Description

It may be affected by strong winds within 24 hours, with an average wind force of 6 or higher, or gusts of 7 or higher; or it has been affected by strong winds, with an average wind of 6-7, or 7-8 gusts and may continue.

Guidelines

1. The government and relevant departments should do a good job of preventing gale in accordance with their duties;

2. Close doors and windows, reinforce hoardings, scaffolds, billboards and other structures that are easily blown by the wind, properly arrange outdoor objects that are easily affected by high winds, and cover building materials;

3. Water operations in relevant waters and passing ships take active countermeasures, such as returning to the port to avoid wind or sailing in a detour, etc.;

4. Pedestrians should avoid riding bicycles as much as possible, and do not stay under billboards, temporary structures, etc. when the wind is blowing;

5. Relevant departments and units pay attention to the fire prevention of forests and grasslands.

新疆维吾尔自治区气象台发布沙尘暴黄色预警

Issue date: 2025-05-19T12:20+08:00

新疆维吾尔自治区气象台2025年5月19日12时20分发布沙尘暴黄色预警信号：预计今天午后至明天白天，南疆盆地大部和吐鲁番市、哈密市等地的部分区域将出现扬沙或沙尘暴天气，请加强防范。

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.