Heavy snow has gripped many parts of northeast China, prompting local authorities to take emergency response measures to ensure public safety.
An unexpected snow battered the Changbai Mountain Protection and Development Zone, a world-class tourism destination with rich natural resources, in northeast China's Jilin Province on Sunday.
The Changbai Mountain Scenic Area was closed and guided tourists to neighboring sites not hit by the snow.
Local authorities already issued warnings and carried out inspections to identify and eliminate potential hazards in advance.
Personnel and vehicles were swiftly dispatched to clear snow on the roads to restore the normal traffic. All passenger transport operations that should be halted were suspended as part of emergency response measures.
Local traffic police made up plans to ease congestion and ensure smooth traffic on road sections prone to accidents, striving to rescue stranded individuals and vehicles.
Meanwhile, many places in Liaoning Province also experienced snow from Friday to Sunday, with average precipitation exceeding 30 millimeters, according to the local meteorological department.
In Shenyang, the provincial capital, the melted snow made roads wet and caused water logging in some areas.
In response, the local authorities have taken measures to minimize the impacts of snow. The meteorological department said it would continue to monitor changes of weather and warned the public to take precautions when traveling.
Heavy snow hits Jilin, Liaoning
