A new wave of cold air swept across north and east China recently, causing over 10 degrees Celsius temperature drop to multiple provinces, as well as widespread rainfall, snow, and strong wind.
Since Friday, the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region in north China has experienced extreme cold, with the most rapid temperature drop reaching 12 degrees Celsius. The lowest temperature was witnessed in Ergun City, reaching minus 38 degrees. In response, local authorities have activated emergency plans to ensure steady heating, protect livestock, and clear snow on the roads.
Haixi Prefecture in northwest China Qinghai Province has also reported snowfall since Saturday. Snow has accumulated up to three centimeters in multiple regions, and the temperature has dropped to minus 12 degrees.
In warmer Provinces in the northern part of China, the cold wave also leads to marked temperature plunges. On Sunday morning, Dezhou City in east China's Shandong Province was hit by strong winds, and the highest temperature dropped to three degrees Celsius. The city is expected to welcome a round of snowfall later on Sunday, according to local meteorological forecasts.
"It feels much colder today. Yesterday it was not this cold, but now it has dropped by more than 10 degrees," said Li Xiujuan, a local resident.
Handan City in Hebei Province of north China has also experienced its first sleet and snowfall. The highest temperature plummeted by 15 degrees across the region, dropping the nighttime temperatures again to zero degrees.
"The rain and snow make it feel like winter all over again. Even in a down jacket, the wind still sneaks in through my collar," said resident Fan Zexiao.
Cold wave hits north, east China, causing drastic temperature drop
