Qingtongxia

Ningxia - China

2026-05-15

Wuzhong Meteorological Observatory issues blue warning for flash flood disasters

Issue date: 2026-05-15T19:00+08:00

At 19:00 on May 15, 2026, the Wuzhong Meteorological Observatory issued a blue warning signal for flash floods: it is expected that from 19:00 on the 15th to 06:00 on the 16th, there will be moderate rain (10-25 millimeters) throughout the city. Among them, the accumulated rainfall along the Qingtongxia section of Helan Mountain and the northern part of Yanchi County can reach heavy rain (25-35 millimeters). Therefore, the Water Affairs Bureau of Wuzhong City and the Meteorological Bureau of Wuzhong City jointly issued a level four meteorological risk warning (blue warning) for flash flood disasters at 19:00 on May 15, 2026. It is expected that from 19:00 on May 15th to 06:00 on May 16th, there may be flash floods along the Qingtongxia section of Helan Mountain and in the northern part of Yanchi County. Please take precautions.

宁夏回族自治区气象台发布山洪灾害黄色预警

Issue date: 2026-05-15T18:30+08:00

预计今天夜间贺兰山沿山，石嘴山市，银川市贺兰县、兴庆区、西夏区、灵武市、永宁县，吴忠市利通区和盐池县北部累计降雨25～35毫米，部分乡镇伴有10毫米以上短时强降水。为此，宁夏回族自治区水利厅与宁夏回族自治区气象局2026年05月15日18时30分联合发布山洪灾害气象风险黄色预警（三级预警）。15日18时30分至16日06时贺兰山沿山惠农段发生山洪灾害的可能性较大;贺兰山沿山大武口至青铜峡段、平罗县东部、兴庆区东部、灵武市、盐池县北部地区可能发生山洪灾害，请注意防范。

Wuzhong Meteorological Observatory issues blue warning for strong winds

Issue date: 2026-05-15T16:48+08:00

At 16:48 on May 15, 2026, the Wuzhong Meteorological Observatory issued a blue warning signal for strong winds: it is expected that during the day of the 16th, there will be 4-5 level northwest winds with gusts of 7-8 levels in Litong District, Qingtongxia City, Hongsibao District, Yanchi County, and Tongxin County. Relevant departments and the general public are advised to take precautions.

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.