Severe Snow

Gongliu County Meteorological Observatory issues orange blizzard warning [Level II/Severe]

Gongliu County Source: CMA (China via WMO)

Details

At 20:36 on April 17, 2026, the Gongliu County Meteorological Observatory issued an orange blizzard warning signal: Currently, there has been a snowstorm of over 12.1 millimeters in the Bairui Camp of the Kurdening Scenic Area in Gongliu County within 6 hours, and it is expected that snowfall will continue. Please strengthen prevention measures.

Recommendations

1. The government and relevant departments shall carry out emergency work in accordance with their responsibilities to prevent snow disasters and freeze damage; 2. Transportation, railway, power, communication and other departments should strengthen the inspection and maintenance of roads, railways, and lines, and do a good job in road cleaning and snow melting; 3. Reduce unnecessary outdoor activities; 4. Reinforce temporary structures such as sheds that are prone to snow pressure, and drive outdoor livestock into sheds for feeding.