Altay Prefecture

Xinjiang - China

2026-02-08

Altay Region Meteorological Observatory issues yellow warning for strong winds

Issue date: 2026-02-07T12:32+08:00

At 12:32 on February 7, 2026, the Altay Meteorological Observatory issued a yellow warning signal for strong winds: it is expected that from 12:00 on February 9 to 17:00 on February 10, most of Habahe County and Jimunai County, the area south of Chonghuer Town in Burqin County, Kizilxilike Township in Fuyun County, and Sartohai Township in Qinghe County will have a wind force of 8-9; Longyuan Wind Farm and Qibar Town in Habahe County, and Toptierek Town in Jimunai County can reach wind speeds of up to level 10; Jimunai County Naohaifeng District (Hatushan Chaleshhai Township Dalonghaiqi, Tumande area), Wantuoyuan Scenic Area, and Jiangawuzi in Burqin County can reach wind speeds of up to 11 levels. There will be varying degrees of wind and snow blowing in the above-mentioned areas, please pay attention to strengthening prevention.

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.