Recently, we sat down with meteorological expert Zhang from the Central Meteorological Administration to discuss the recent severe weather events affecting various regions in China and the potential impact of Tropical Storms Tamme and Connie.
**Interviewer:** Can you provide us with an overview of the weather conditions across China recently, particularly in coastal regions?
**Zhang:** Certainly. In the past 24 hours, we’ve seen significant winds along the coastal areas of Zhejiang, Guangdong, and Hainan Island, as well as rain and snow in provinces like Qinghai, Inner Mongolia, and Heilongjiang. Notably, sustained wind gusts in some areas reached between 6 and 9 levels, with local gusts peaking at 13 to 14 levels in the Sansha region of Hainan.
**Interviewer:** What are the current conditions caused by Typhoon Tamme?
**Zhang:** Typhoon Tamme officially downgraded from a typhoon status to a strong tropical storm as of yesterday evening. Its center was located approximately 110 kilometers northeast of Da Nang, Vietnam, and it is expected to make landfall around noon today. We anticipate winds in the area of 25 meters per second and a minimum central pressure of 982 hPa. Coastal regions in the South China Sea, northern Gulf of Tonkin, and parts of Guangdong and Guangxi could experience strong winds of 6-7 levels and gusts of up to 9 levels.
**Interviewer:** How are these storms expected to influence weather patterns in the coming days?
**Zhang:** Over the next few days, we are expecting heavy rains and storms, particularly on Hainan Island where there is a risk of torrential rain. As we move towards the end of the month, another system, Typhoon Connie, is anticipated. Currently located around 1400 kilometers east-southeast of Hualien, Taiwan, Connie is moving slowly but will gradually turn northwest and strengthen as it approaches Taiwan.
**Interviewer:** What specific precautions should residents in affected areas take?
**Zhang:** People in the impacted regions should remain vigilant, especially those in coastal areas prone to flooding and strong winds. We advise residents to stay updated through official weather channels and to prepare for potential power outages and transportation disruptions. Local authorities will provide guidance as conditions evolve.
**Interviewer:** Lastly, can we anticipate any snow or severe weather in other parts of the country?
**Zhang:** Yes, areas like northeastern Inner Mongolia and parts of Xinjiang can expect light snow or sleet in the coming days. Meanwhile, significant rain is forecasted for many regions, with some areas on Hainan Island facing exceptionally heavy downpours totaling between 100 to 180 millimeters.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for this insight, and we hope everyone stays safe during these weather events.
