Winter is coming—and it's hitting hard! 🥶 China's meteorological authority has renewed a blue alert for blizzards, forecasting intense snowfall in the provinces of Hunan and Jiangxi. From Wednesday through Thursday morning, the central and southern parts of Hunan and the southern and western regions of Jiangxi are gearing up for a snowy surprise. Some areas might see up to 10 cm of fresh snow! ❄️☃️
But that's not all. The chill is spreading across central, southern, southwestern, and eastern China. Temperatures are diving more than 5°C below the historical average in regions like Henan, Anhui, Hubei, Hunan, Chongqing, Guizhou, Guangxi, Guangdong, Jiangxi, and Zhejiang. Time to layer up! 🧥🧣
The National Meteorological Center (NMC) is urging locals to stay warm and limit outdoor activities. Authorities are on high alert, taking precautions against icy roads and protecting agriculture from freezing conditions. Safety first! 🚧
In response to the frosty forecast, the Ministry of Emergency Management has activated a Level IV national emergency response. Over 20,000 disaster relief items, including cozy cotton-padded quilts, have been dispatched to Hunan. Now that's what we call community care! ❤️
Did you know? China uses a four-tier, color-coded weather warning system. Red is the most severe, followed by orange, yellow, and blue. So a blue alert means serious business—stay informed and stay safe! 🌐🛰️
With the cold snap upon us, let's send some warm vibes to our friends in China. Keep cozy, everyone! ✌️🔥
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
