China News Service, March 3. According to the website of the Central Meteorological Observatory, the Central Meteorological Observatory issued a blue warning of sand and dust storms at 18:00 on March 3: Affected by cold air and strong winds, it is expected that from the night of the 3rd to the 4th, central and western Inner Mongolia, northern Ningxia, and Shaanxi will be affected. Parts of northern, Shanxi, Hebei, Beijing, Tianjin, Shandong, northern Henan and other places experienced sand or floating dust weather successively, among which there were sandstorms in western Inner Mongolia.

Image source: Central Meteorological Observatory website

  Defense Guide:

  1. Prepare for wind and sand prevention, and close doors and windows in time;

  2. Pay attention to carrying dust-proof products such as masks and gauze to avoid damage to the eyes and respiratory tract caused by sand and dust; do a good job of sealing precision instruments;

  3. Fasten hoardings, scaffolds, temporary structures and other structures that are easily blown by the wind, and properly place outdoor items that are easily affected by sandstorms;

  4. Due to the low visibility, the driver should control the speed to ensure safety.