Severe Storm Disrupts Beijing with Rare Wind Warnings

High winds have paralyzed daily life in the city, forcing flight cancellations, landmark closures, and safety advisories as the storm spreads to other regions in China.

Beijing has issued its second-highest wind warning in a decade as a powerful storm disrupts daily life across the city.
More than 400 flights have been canceled at Beijing Capital Airport, with significant impacts on travel and transit.
The Forbidden City and other key tourist sites are closed, halting weekend tourism and public events.
The storm has caused physical damage, including uprooted trees and vehicles damaged by falling debris, prompting safety warnings from officials.
The storm's effects are extending to northern and eastern China, with regions like Hebei, Inner Mongolia, and Shanghai experiencing strong winds and potential sandstorms.