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Blizzard Warnings Across Mongolia Leave One Dead as Flights Adjust

Travel is discouraged, with forecasts pointing to heavy snow, low visibility and strong winds through November 12.

Overview

  • National forecasters warn of heavy snow and blizzard conditions Nov. 7–8 across central and eastern provinces, with winds generally 6–11 m/s and up to 14–16 m/s in plains and hazardous, icy roads.
  • Emergency services logged three storm-related missing-person cases overnight Nov. 6–7 in Övörkhangai, Bulgan and Dornod, rescuing two people alive and recovering one deceased.
  • MIAT Mongolian Airlines revised several Nov. 7 flights due to reduced visibility near Chinggis Khaan International Airport, including adjusted schedules on routes to and from Istanbul, Tokyo and Seoul.
  • Meteorological reports show significant snowfall Nov. 6–7, with Selenge’s Orkhon and Orkhontuul recording the highest total at 14.0 mm, and multiple sites reaching dangerous-event thresholds.
  • Ulaanbaatar city officials report COP17 venue works progressing at the National Garden, with fiber cabling completed, water systems 88% finished and electrical and parking construction at 45%.