Overview

• A powerful cold vortex from Mongolia is bringing extreme winds to northern China, with gusts reaching up to 93 mph (150 km/h).
• Beijing has issued its first orange alert for gale conditions in a decade, the second-highest warning on China’s four-tier weather system.
• Authorities have warned lighter individuals, especially those under 50kg, to stay indoors due to the risk of being lifted by heavy winds.
• Widespread disruptions include the cancellation of over 150 train services, dozens of flights, and the postponement of major events such as a half marathon.
• Preventive measures include school closures, early worker returns, and the reinforcement of thousands of trees to mitigate potential wind damage.