Altay Prefecture

Xinjiang - China

2026-04-17

Altay Region Meteorological Observatory issues yellow warning for road icing

Issue date: 2026-04-17T13:33+08:00

At 13:33 on April 17, 2026, the Altay Region Meteorological Observatory issued a yellow warning signal for road icing: it is expected that from 20:00 on April 17 to 12:00 on April 18, G681 along Ahe Highway, X852 (from Hemucha Road to Hemu Township), S232 (along Kanas Jadenyu), Kanas Baihaba Village Tiereketi Township, S226 (from Fuyun County to Keketuohai Ski Resort), G331 (from Fuhai to Fuyun to Qinghe), S11 (from Fuyun County to Huoshaoshan), S228 (from Qinghe County to Sartohai Township), G680 (from Chakurtu Town to Takishui Township), There will be road icing along the Ken Port, please pay attention to strengthening prevention measures.

Description

When the road surface temperature is lower than 0°C, precipitation occurs, and road icing that affects traffic may occur within 12 hours.

Guidelines

1. The transportation, public security and other departments shall prepare for road icing in accordance with their duties;

2. Drivers should pay attention to road conditions and drive safely;

3. Pedestrians ride bicycles as little as possible when going out, and pay attention to non-slip.

Altay Region Meteorological Observatory issues blue frost warning

Issue date: 2026-04-17T13:23+08:00

At 13:23 on April 17, 2026, the Altay Meteorological Observatory issued a blue frost warning signal: it is expected that from the night of the 17th to the morning of the 18th, the lowest ground temperature in most parts of Altay will drop below 0 ℃, and there will be light frost, which will have adverse effects on agricultural production. Please pay attention to strengthening prevention.

Description

The minimum temperature on the ground will drop below 0°C within 48 hours and will have an impact on agriculture, or it has dropped below 0°C, and has an impact on agriculture, may continue.

Guidelines

1. The government and the agricultural and forestry authorities shall make preparations for frost prevention in accordance with their duties;

2. Certain protective measures shall be taken for the breeding of crops, vegetables, flowers, melons and fruits, and forestry;

3. Rural grassroots organizations and farmers should pay attention to local frost warning information in order to take measures to strengthen protection.

新疆维吾尔自治区气象台发布沙尘暴黄色预警

Issue date: 2026-04-17T12:40+08:00

新疆维吾尔自治区气象台2026年4月17日12时40分发布沙尘暴黄色预警信号：预计17日夜间至19日夜间，南疆盆地大部和吐鲁番市、哈密市等地的部分区域有扬沙或沙尘暴天气，请加强防范。

Description

Sandstorms may occur within 12 hours (visibility is less than 1000m), or sandstorms have occurred and may continue.

Guidelines

1. The government and relevant departments shall do a good job in preventing sand and dust storms in accordance with their duties;

2. Close doors and windows, reinforce enclosures, scaffolds, billboards and other structures that are easily blown by the wind, properly arrange outdoor objects that are easily affected by high winds, cover building materials, and do a good job of sealing precision instruments;

3. Take care to bring dust-proof supplies such as masks and gauze to avoid damage to the eyes and respiratory tract caused by sand and dust;

4. Patients with respiratory diseases and those who are more sensitive to wind and sand should not go outdoors.

Altay Region Meteorological Observatory issues yellow warning for strong winds

Issue date: 2026-04-16T16:47+08:00

At 16:34 on April 16, 2026, the Altay Regional Meteorological Observatory issued a yellow warning signal for strong winds: it is expected that from 23:00 on April 17 to 20:00 on April 18, there will be 9-10 level westerly winds in most parts of Jimunai County and Fuhai County, Kuosteke Town in Burqin County, Kalashilik Township, Cherkeqi Township, Sarhusong Township, Balibagai Township, Beitun Town in Altay City, Dure Town, Karabulgen Township, and Chakurtu Town in Fuyun County; Kekebuka, Seretier, Muhurtai, and Chaleshhai townships in Jimunai County, Jiangawuzi, Omartao, and Kekesun Mountains in Burqin County, CGN Wind Farm in Altay City, and the Wulunguhu Lake area and its surrounding areas in Fuhai County can reach wind speeds of up to level 11. There will be wind and snow blowing along G681 Ahe Highway, X852 (from Hemu fork to Hemu Township), S232 (from Kanas to Jadenyu), Kanas to Baihaba Village to Tiereketi Township, and G331 (from Fuhai to Fuyun to Qinghe). Please take precautions.

Description

It may be affected by strong winds within 12 hours, the average wind force can reach 8 or above, or gusts above 9; or it has been affected by strong winds, the average wind is 8-9, or gusts 9-10 and may continue.

Guidelines

1. The government and relevant departments should do a good job of preventing gale in accordance with their duties;

2. Stop outdoor activities such as outdoor activities and high-altitude dangerous operations. People in dangerous areas and residents of dangerous houses should try their best to turn to shelters for shelter;

3. Water operations in relevant waters and passing ships take active countermeasures to reinforce port facilities to prevent ships from anchoring, grounding and collision;

4. Cut off outdoor dangerous power sources, properly arrange outdoor objects that are easily affected by strong winds, and cover building materials;

5. Airports, expressways and other units should take measures to ensure traffic safety, and relevant departments and units should pay attention to fire prevention in forests and grasslands.

新疆维吾尔自治区气象台发布大风蓝色预警

Issue date: 2026-04-16T16:07+08:00

新疆维吾尔自治区气象台2026年4月16日16时07分发布大风蓝色预警信号：预计17日白天至18日白天，全疆大部先后有7级左右西北风，风口风力9～10级，阵风11级左右，三十里风区、百里风区阵风12～13级；18日白天至19日夜间，南疆盆地中东部有6级左右偏东风，阵风8～9级，南疆、东疆等地的部分区域伴有扬沙或沙尘暴天气。请加强防范。

Description

It may be affected by strong winds within 24 hours, with an average wind force of 6 or higher, or gusts of 7 or higher; or it has been affected by strong winds, with an average wind of 6-7, or 7-8 gusts and may continue.

Guidelines

1. The government and relevant departments should do a good job of preventing gale in accordance with their duties;

2. Close doors and windows, reinforce hoardings, scaffolds, billboards and other structures that are easily blown by the wind, properly arrange outdoor objects that are easily affected by high winds, and cover building materials;

3. Water operations in relevant waters and passing ships take active countermeasures, such as returning to the port to avoid wind or sailing in a detour, etc.;

4. Pedestrians should avoid riding bicycles as much as possible, and do not stay under billboards, temporary structures, etc. when the wind is blowing;

5. Relevant departments and units pay attention to the fire prevention of forests and grasslands.