A yellow sandstorm alert has been renewed for northern China, with drifting dust and sand expected to sweep across over a dozen regions this week. The National Meteorological Center warned residents in areas like Beijing, Tianjin, and Inner Mongolia to brace for reduced visibility and air quality drops from March 28–29 .
Parts of Inner Mongolia could face full-blown sandstorms —picture a ’Mad Max’-level dust scene. Affected regions stretch from Xinjiang in the west to Liaoning in the northeast, including major hubs like Shandong and Hebei. Local authorities are urging people to limit outdoor activities and mask up if heading out
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While sandstorms are common in spring, this one’s a reminder of how climate patterns impact daily life in northern China. Stay tuned to @NewspaperAmigo for real-time updates!
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