Gaochang District Meteorological Observatory issues orange warning for strong winds [Level II/Severe]
Details
At 09:58 on May 11, 2026, the Gaochang District Meteorological Observatory issued an orange warning signal for strong winds: it is expected that from the daytime of the 11th to the daytime of the 13th, gusts of 7-8 levels will occur in the urban area, Grape Town, Yar Town, Chatekele Township, Huoyanshan Town, Sanbao Township, Qiquanhu Town, and Shengjin Township of Gaochang District, gusts of 9-10 levels in Hongliu River Horticultural Field, gusts of 11-12 levels in the 221st Regiment, Daheyan to Aiding Lake line, and most areas will be accompanied by varying degrees of sandstorm weather. Please strengthen prevention measures.
Recommendations
1. The government and relevant departments shall carry out emergency measures to prevent strong winds in accordance with their responsibilities; 2. Primary and secondary schools and units with weak wind resistance should suspend classes or operations, and reduce personnel going out; three Cut off hazardous power sources, properly place outdoor items that are susceptible to strong winds, and cover building materials; four Airports, railways, highways, water transportation and other units should take measures to ensure traffic safety, and relevant departments and units should pay attention to fire prevention in forests, grasslands and other areas.