Yuepuhu County Meteorological Observatory updates orange warning for sandstorms [Level II/Severe]
Details
At 09:05 on April 19, 2026, the Yuepuhu County Meteorological Observatory upgraded the yellow sandstorm warning signal to an orange sandstorm warning signal: It is expected that strong sandstorm weather will occur in Yuepuhu County in the next 12 hours, and the minimum visibility will drop below 500 meters. Some sections of the road will have extremely strong sandstorms with visibility less than 50 meters. Please strengthen prevention.
Recommendations
1. The government and relevant departments shall carry out emergency work to prevent sandstorms in accordance with their responsibilities; 2. Stop outdoor activities and dangerous outdoor operations such as high-altitude and water activities; 3. Airports, railways, highways and other units should take protective measures for traffic safety, and drivers should pay attention to changes in sandstorms and drive carefully; 4. Pedestrians should avoid riding bicycles as much as possible. Outdoor personnel should wear dust prevention equipment such as masks and scarves, and pay attention to traffic safety.