Central Meteorological Observatory continues to issue blue warning for severe convective weather at 06:00 on June 29:
It is expected that from 08:00 on June 29 to 08:00 on June 30, parts of North China, eastern Northwest China, and central Jiangnan will experience thunderstorms, gales of force 8 or above, or hail. Among them, parts of northern Shaanxi and central-northern Shanxi may see gales of force 10 or above, with maximum wind force reaching force 11 or above. Parts of North China, eastern Northwest China, eastern and southern Southwest China, South China, Jiangnan, and southern Jianghuai will experience short-duration heavy precipitation with hourly rainfall >20 mm. Among them, parts of northern Jiangxi and central-southern Guangdong will see hourly rainfall >50 mm, with maximum up to >70 mm.
Defense Guidelines:
1. Governments and relevant departments should, according to their responsibilities, prepare for short-duration heavy rain, lightning, and strong winds; meteorological departments should prepare for artificial hail suppression operations;
2. People outdoors and workers should reduce outdoor activities and stay away from structures like scaffolding and billboards;
3. Drive poultry and livestock into covered areas; close doors and windows, and reinforce sheds;
4. Water operations and passing vessels in relevant waters should take proactive measures such as returning to port or detouring; construction sites should cover building materials and properly secure outdoor items vulnerable to heavy rain, wind, and hail;
5. Check drainage systems in cities, farmlands, and fish ponds; prepare for waterlogging and defense against flash floods, landslides, mudslides and other disasters.
