Yellow Alerts for Rainstorm, Flash Flood and Lightning Issued Today
Attention
It is forecast that from the afternoon to the night of August 25, thunderstorms will occur from west to east across Beijing, with hourly rainfall exceeding 50 mm in most areas and cumulative rainfall exceeding 100 mm at some locations. Secondary disasters such as flash floods, mudslides, and landslides may occur in mountainous and foothill areas, while waterlogging is likely in low-lying areas. Please take precautions.
Precautions are advised for your own safety.
1. Stay updated on the weather forecasts and staying indoors is preferred during rainy periods. Public transport is recommended if travelling is necessary.
2. Steer clear of areas prone to geological disasters, high-voltage power lines, waterways, and low-lying regions.
3. Avoid outdoor activities, suspend work at heights, and find a safe place to take shelter from the rain.
4. Drivers should detour and avoid making attempts to drive through flooded areas.
5. Check if indoor electrical outlets, gas appliances, and other facilities are safe.
Beijing Water Authority and Beijing Meteorological Service jointly issued a yellow alert for flash flood risk at 9:00 on August 25. Flash floods may occur in mountainous areas of Beijing from 9:00 on August 25. The public is advised to stay away from flash flood channels, suspend outdoor activities in mountainous and water-related areas, and take precautions.
It is forecast that from the afternoon to the night of August 25, there will be thunderstorms in Beijing from west to east, accompanied by heavy short-term rainfall in some areas and gusts of around force 7.
Precautions are advised for your own safety.
1. If you are working outdoors, stay away from high ground and trees, and stop any work at heights or over water.
2. Avoid touching exposed metal objects, such as shovels, antennas, water pipes, wire fences, or gas pipes.
3. Close and stay away from doors and windows, and avoid using phones or other plugged-in electrical devices.
4. Be aware of the potential for short bursts of high winds, heavy rain, or hailstorms that may accompany thunderstorms.
(Source: BeijingService)