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Xinjiang - China
2025-06-25

Urumqi Meteorological Observatory issues yellow lightning warning

Issue date: 2025-06-25T22:48+08:00

At 22:48 on June 25, 2025, the Urumqi Meteorological Observatory issued a yellow warning signal for lightning: it is expected that there will be strong convective weather in some areas of Urumqi urban area in the next 6 hours, with short-term heavy precipitation, lightning, and northwest gusts of about 7 levels, locally accompanied by sand and dust. It is recommended to take precautions.

Description

Lightning activities may occur within 6 hours, which may cause lightning disasters.

Guidelines

1. The government and relevant departments shall do a good job in lightning protection according to their duties;

2. Pay close attention to the weather and try to avoid outdoor activities.