Hotan Regional Meteorological Observatory issues yellow warning for sandstorms
Issue date: 2026-06-11T02:29+08:00
At 02:29 on June 11, 2026, the Hotan Regional Meteorological Observatory issued a yellow warning signal for sandstorms: it is expected that there will be short-term sandstorms or sandstorms in most parts of Hotan tonight, with minimum visibility dropping below 1000 meters, 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.
