China Renews Yellow Alert for Rainstorms

Mon Jun 26 2023
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BEIJING: China’s National Meteorological Center on Sunday evening renewed a yellow alert for rainstorms in various regions of the country.

Heavy rains and rainstorms are expected to hit parts of Shandong, Anhui, Hunan, Jiangxi, Guangxi, Guangdong, and Hainan from 8 p.m. Sunday to 8 p.m. Monday. Heavy downpours of up to 130 millimeters could lash some areas of Jiangxi and Guangxi, according to the center.

Some parts of these regions will also experience short-term heavy rainfall, with hourly precipitation that could surpass 60 millimeters, accompanied by strong convective weather.

The center has advised local governments to prepare appropriately and inspect drainage systems in cities, farmlands, and fishponds. —APP

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