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Jinzhou Meteorological Observatory issues yellow lightning warning [Level III/Heavy], China

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The Jinzhou Meteorological Observatory issued a yellow lightning warning signal at 19:18 on October 20, 2026: It is expected that there will be thunderstorms in all towns and villages in our city in the next 3 hours, accompanied by short-term strong winds and other severe convective weather during thunderstorms. Please take precautions.

Measurements

Coordinates35.8617, 104.1954
RegionJinzhou City
Location Precisioncountry
Issuing AuthorityChina — cn-cma-xx
Cap UrgencyUnknown
Cap CertaintyUnknown
Cap Expires2026-10-21T01:18:36+08:00

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Area as the agency stated it: Jinzhou City

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