Beijing issues blue alert for rainstorms
BEIJING -- Beijing issued a blue alert for rainstorms early Thursday morning and initiated a Level-IV flood control emergency response citywide.
Heavy rainfall had already hit Beijing by the night of Wednesday. The Beijing meteorological observatory issued a blue rainstorm warning at 6:33 am Thursday.
According to data released by the municipal meteorological department at around 7:00 am Thursday, on Thursday morning, most areas of the city are expected to experience intense precipitation with an hourly rainfall exceeding 30 mm and a six-hour accumulation surpassing 50 mm.
Mountainous and hilly regions face potential secondary disasters such as flash floods, mudslides, and landslides triggered by the downpour, while low-lying areas may suffer from waterlogging.
Beijing activated a citywide Level-IV flood control emergency response at 7:00 am Thursday. Local authorities advised all relevant departments to implement flood prevention measures and urged the public to stay updated on forecasts, carry rain gear, and avoid sheltering near high-rise buildings or billboards. Drivers were advised to exercise caution on slippery roads and steer clear of flooded sections.
China has a four-tier weather warning system, with red representing the most severe warning, followed by orange, yellow and blue. The national emergency response system also has four tiers, with Level I being the highest.
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