The Central Meteorological Observatory continues to issue yellow warnings for strong winds

On October 18, the Central Meteorological Administration continued to issue a yellow warning for strong winds at 6:00 AM. According to their forecast, from 8:00 AM on October 18 through 8:00 AM on October 19, strong winds ranging from levels 5 to 6, with gusts reaching levels 7 to 8, are expected across several regions, including most of Inner Mongolia, western Heilongjiang, much of Liaoning, eastern Xinjiang, the Hexi corridor in Gansu, northeastern Hebei, most of Tianjin, much of Shandong, and northern Jiangsu. In certain areas of western and eastern Inner Mongolia, southern Liaoning, and parts of the Shandong Peninsula, gusts could reach levels 8 to 9. In maritime areas, such as the Bohai Sea, the Bohai Strait, and the Yellow Sea, winds are predicted to reach levels 7 to 8, and gusts could escalate to levels 9 to 10, with the northern and central sections of the Yellow Sea experiencing winds up to level 9 and gusts reaching levels 10 to 11.

Looking ahead to the next day, from 8:00 AM on October 19 to 8:00 AM on October 20, similar wind conditions are expected in regions including central and western Inner Mongolia, northeastern Heilongjiang, southern Liaoning, southern Xinjiang, northern and western Tibet, northern and western Qinghai, and much of Jiangsu and Shanghai, with the same levels of wind and gusts as previously mentioned. In the maritime regions, including the Bohai Sea, the Bohai Strait, the majority of the Yellow Sea, the East China Sea, the Taiwan Strait, the Bashi Channel, and the northeastern South China Sea, winds will also be strong, reaching levels 7 to 8, with gusts of 9 to 10. The northern and central parts of the Yellow Sea could again see winds of level 9 and gusts up to levels 10 to 11.

In response to these conditions, the Central Meteorological Administration and the China Maritime Search and Rescue Center issued several precautionary recommendations:
1. Vessels and personnel operating in affected maritime areas are advised to return to port to avoid the risk of anchoring issues, grounding, or collisions. Relevant departments are encouraged to strengthen port facilities and prepare adequately for these weather conditions.
2. Fire prevention teams in forests, grasslands, and urban areas should be on high alert, while transportation management authorities for airports, railways, and roads must implement measures to ensure safety.
3. All outdoor activities and high-altitude work should be halted, as well as any open gatherings. Outdoor electrical sources should be disconnected, and structures vulnerable to the wind, such as advertising billboards and temporary setups, should be secured or relocated.
4. Pedestrians and vehicles are strongly advised not to linger near tall buildings, billboards, or trees to avoid potential hazards.