Chongming

Shanghai - China

2025-10-20

Chongming District Meteorological Observatory issues blue warning for strong winds

Issue date: 2025-10-20T12:45+08:00

At 12:45 on October 20, 2025, the Chongming District Meteorological Observatory issued a blue warning for strong winds [Level IV/General]: Due to the influence of cold air, it is expected that most towns and villages in this area will experience gusts of 6-7 levels in the next 24 hours, and northerly winds of 7-8 levels in the Yangtze River estuary area. Please pay attention to preventing the adverse effects of strong winds on high-altitude operations, water and land transportation, facility agriculture, etc.

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.