Affected by the Mongolian cyclone, sandstorms occurred in the Erlianhot area of ​​northern Inner Mongolia on the afternoon of March 27.

Observation data at 13:00 on that day showed extreme winds of 24.0 meters per second and visibility of 557 meters.

It is expected that the wind will increase and the visibility will continue to decrease.

The Xilin Gol League Meteorological Observatory upgraded the yellow dust storm warning signal to orange at 14:30 today to remind local residents to reduce going out and take protective measures.

  Strong sandstorm weather has brought certain impact on port customs clearance. The Erlian Border Checkpoint of Inner Mongolia Entry-Exit Border Inspection Station quickly launched the extreme weather service guarantee plan, dispatched more police on duty in time, increased vehicle inspection and guardianship, and opened all at the same time Check passages to minimize vehicle detention time and ensure safe and smooth customs clearance at the port under sandstorms.

  (Ma Zhiyuan, Guo Pengjie)

Editor in charge: 【Qi Bin】