Xinjiang issues red warning signal for heavy snow, strong winds and cold wave. Meteorological Observatory of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region issued a red snow warning signal at 10:28 on February 15, 2024.
It is expected that there will be heavy snowfall in parts of the northern Tacheng region and the northern and eastern Altay region from day to night today and tomorrow. A cold wave warning signal was issued at 11:15. If the temperature drops by more than 16 degrees Celsius, a cold wave or strong cold wave will occur. If necessary, planes will be suspended from taking off and landing, trains will be suspension, and highways will be closed.