Northern China is gearing up for a stormy July as meteorologists predict heavy rainfall ⛈️ and extreme heat in overlapping waves. The China Meteorological Administration warned Thursday of 20-50% more rain than usual in central/eastern regions, with flood risks rising along the Yangtze River basin. 💦
Typhoons & Temperature Tango
Meanwhile, 1-2 typhoons could brew in the South China Sea this month—adding drama to an already chaotic weather script. Coastal areas, you've been warned! 🌪️
This follows China's hottest May ever recorded 🔥 at 17.7°C, smashing 1961 records. July temps in Jiangsu, Anhui, and Shanghai might roast past 35°C, turning cities into open-air saunas. 🥵
Farmers Fight Back
Authorities urge farmers to adopt heat-resistant crops and adjusted irrigation as drought looms in northern regions. 🌾 \"It's like climate change is hitting fast-forward,\" one could say after reading the 2024 Blue Book on Climate Change, which confirms more extreme heat events ahead.
June’s Wild Preview
Last month saw 20 weather stations report record-breaking highs, while floods drowned parts of the Yangtze basin. Talk about a teaser for summer’s main act! 🎬
