Breaking News | Chinese authorities have issued an orange alert for mountain torrents in parts of Sichuan and Yunnan provinces, warning residents and travelers to stay vigilant this weekend. 🌍
The alert, issued jointly by the Ministry of Water Resources and the China Meteorological Administration, predicts heavy rainfall from Saturday evening through Sunday. The regions at risk include remote mountainous areas where floods and landslides could disrupt travel and local communities. 🏞️🚨
Key Highlights:
- Timing: 8 p.m. Saturday to 8 p.m. Sunday (local time)
- Affected Areas: Southwest China, including Sichuan and Yunnan
- Safety Tips: Avoid mountain roads, monitor weather updates, and prepare emergency kits. 🎒⛑️
This warning comes amid a broader pattern of extreme weather across Asia, raising climate concerns among young professionals and researchers tracking environmental trends. 🌦️📈
Reference(s):
cgtn.com