Hotan Prefecture

Xinjiang - China

2026-06-04

Hotan Regional Meteorological Observatory issues a blue warning for strong winds

Issue date: 2026-06-03T19:52+08:00

At 19:52 on June 3, 2026, the Hotan Regional Meteorological Observatory issued a blue warning signal for strong winds: it is expected that there will be gusts of 5-6 levels in most of the plains from tonight to the day of the 4th, and wind speeds in desert and Gobi areas and wind vents can reach 8 levels or above, accompanied by sandstorms. Please pay attention to 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.

Hotan Regional Meteorological Observatory issues yellow warning for sandstorms

Issue date: 2026-06-03T19:29+08:00

At 19:29 on June 3, 2026, the Hotan Regional Meteorological Observatory issued a yellow warning signal for sandstorms: it is expected that sandstorms will occur in various areas of Hotan from tonight to the day of the 4th, with minimum visibility dropping below 1000 meters and local visibility dropping below 500 meters, gusts of 5-6 levels, and gusts of 7-8 levels in northern desert areas and wind vents. Please take precautions.

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.

新疆维吾尔自治区气象台更新高温橙色预警

Issue date: 2026-06-02T10:05+08:00

新疆维吾尔自治区气象台2026年6月2日10时05分将高温黄色升级为高温橙色预警信号：预计今天白天至4日白天，克拉玛依市、石河子市北部、阿克苏地区、巴州、吐鲁番市、哈密市等地的部分区域最高气温将升至37℃以上，其中克拉玛依市、吐鲁番市、哈密市南部等地的局部区域将达40℃以上，吐鲁番市局地将达45℃以上。请注意防暑降温和用火安全，加强防范山区局地融雪型洪水。

Description

The maximum temperature will rise above 37°C within 24 hours.

Guidelines

1. Relevant departments and units implement safeguard measures for heatstroke prevention and cooling in accordance with their duties;

2. Try to avoid outdoor activities during high temperature periods, and those working under high temperature conditions should shorten the continuous working time;

3. Provide heatstroke prevention and cooling instructions for the elderly, the weak, the sick, and the young, and take necessary protective measures;

4. Relevant departments and units should take precautions against fires caused by excessive power consumption and excessive electrical loads such as wires and transformers.