Gansu - China   2026-01-17   Saturday   39.38N, 99.82E

Gaotai

Gansu - China
2026-01-17

Gaotai County Meteorological Observatory issues blue warning signal for cold wave

Issue date: 2026-01-17T12:26+08:00

The Gaotai County Meteorological Observatory issued a blue warning signal for a cold wave at 12:26 on January 17, 2026: Due to the influence of cold air from the north, it is expected that most towns and villages in our county will experience a cold wave weather from the 17th to the 19th, with the lowest temperature dropping by more than 8 ℃. On the morning of the 19th and 20th, the lowest temperature dropped below -18 ℃. During the day on the 17th, most towns and villages will experience northwest winds of 5-6 levels, with gusts reaching up to 7 levels. Please take precautions.

Description

Within 48 hours, the minimum temperature will drop by more than 8°C, the lowest temperature is less than or equal to 4°C, and the average wind force on land can reach level 5 or more; or it has dropped by more than 8°C, the minimum temperature is less than or equal to 4°C, and the average wind force can reach level 5 or more, continued.

Guidelines

1. The government and relevant departments shall make preparations for cold wave prevention in accordance with their duties;

2. Pay attention to adding clothes to keep warm;

3. Take certain protective measures against tropical crops and aquatic products;

4. Make preparations for wind protection.