Qingdao Meteorological Observatory issues a yellow warning signal for strong winds [Level III/Heavy], China

At 14:50 on October 20, 2026, the Qingdao Meteorological Observatory issued a yellow warning signal for strong winds in Shinan District, Shibei District, and Licang District: Due to the influence of cold air, it is expected that from tonight to tomorrow day, most streets in Shinan District, Shibei District, and some streets in Licang District will experience north winds of up to 5-6 levels with gusts of up to 8 levels, while the Jiaozhou Bay area will experience gusts of up to 6-7 levels with gusts of up to 9 levels, and the southern area of the city will experience gusts of up to 7-8 levels with gusts of up to 9-10 levels. Please take precautions. Defense Guidelines: 1. The government and relevant departments shall carry out wind prevention work in accordance with their responsibilities; 2. Stop outdoor activities and dangerous outdoor operations such as high-altitude activities, and evacuate personnel and residents of dangerous buildings to sheltered areas as much as possible; 3. Take active measures to deal with water operations and passing ships in relevant waters, reinforce port facilities, and prevent ships from anchoring, stranding, and colliding; 4. Cut off outdoor hazardous power sources, properly place outdoor items that are susceptible to strong winds, and cover building materials; 5. Units such as highways shall take measures to ensure traffic safety. Relevant departments and units shall pay attention to fire prevention of flammable materials in forest areas, grasslands, etc., clean up dangerous trees and obstacles around power lines, and ensure the safe operation of power lines.