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Blizzard Warnings in Mongolia as Storm Leaves One Dead and Two Rescued

Officials warn of dangerous travel due to whiteout conditions and strong winds.

Overview

  • National forecasters warn of heavy snow, blizzards and hazardous travel across central and eastern Mongolia on November 7–8.
  • Winds are forecast at 6–11 m/s generally and up to 14–16 m/s in steppe and desert areas during the November 7 daytime window.
  • Emergency services report three storm-related missing-person cases, with two individuals found alive and one person discovered deceased.
  • Rescues occurred in Tögрög, Övörkhangai and Dashinchilen, Bulgan around 03:15, while the body of a person missing in Bayan-Uul, Dornod was recovered at 08:10 on November 7.
  • Authorities advise residents, herders and drivers to avoid travel, keep livestock nearby and follow updates as forecasts extend snow, blizzards and colder conditions through November 8–12.