Kashgar City

Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region - China

2026-09-05

Kashgar Meteorological Observatory issues blue warning for strong winds

Issue date: 2026-09-05T01:29+08:00

The Kashgar Meteorological Observatory issued a blue warning signal for strong winds at 01:29 on September 5, 2026: It is expected that there will be a level 6 northerly wind in Kashgar City, Shule County, and Shufu County in the next 24 hours. Mushi Township, Wupar Town, and Shiyuan Town in Shufu County, Langan Town, Pahatakiri Township, and Boshikranmu Township in Kashgar City, and Elmudong Township in Shule County will have wind speeds of 8-9 levels and local gusts of 10 levels. At the same time, some areas will be accompanied by sandstorms or short-term 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.

Kashgar Meteorological Observatory issues yellow lightning warning

Issue date: 2026-09-04T23:50+08:00

The Kashgar Meteorological Observatory issued a yellow lightning warning signal at 23:50 on September 4, 2026: It is expected that some towns and villages in Kashgar City, Shule County, and Shufu County will have lightning activity in the next 6 hours, with locally severe convective weather such as thunderstorms, strong winds, short-term heavy precipitation, hail, etc. Please pay attention to prevention.