The cold wave of 2024 is like a mysterious guest, raiding the land of China, evoking awe of the power of nature. This rare cold wave not only caused the Central Meteorological Observatory to issue a rare freezing warning in history, but also marked the imminent arrival of a harsh winter in nature.
The cold wave affected a wide range of areas, covering the vast areas of North China, Huanghuai and other regions, but the most serious ones were in Northeast China and Inner Mongolia. Intense snowfall and biting low temperatures have plunged the land into a world of snow and ice.
The onset of the cold wave has caused the Meteorological Bureau to issue warnings in full swing, alerting the whole country to the potential dangers that may be brought by severe cold weather. This display of nature's power has left people jaw-dropping and made the work of preparing for and responding to cold waves all the more urgent.
North China, including Beijing, the country's political center, was affected by a severe cold wave. Temperatures plummeted and snow fell as scheduled, bringing unprecedented challenges to residents' daily lives, urban transportation and facility operations.
And the source of the cold wave is not mysterious. Weather forecasts indicate that the cold wave was triggered by a powerful cold wave force in Xinjiang. It is expected to bring northerly winds and temperatures drop by 8 to 12 degrees Celsius, with some areas even reaching temperatures above 14 degrees Celsius. This makes one marvel at the power of nature.
The effects of the cold spell are also evident. Snowfall has caused icy roads, frequent traffic accidents, and a significant impact on the city's heating system. Not only that, agriculture, transportation, logistics and other aspects have been severely impacted, making people more aware of the power of natural disasters.
The causes of cold waves are complex and diverse, involving the collision of cold and warm air, the movement of high-pressure systems, and global climate change. In particular, global climate change has exacerbated the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, making us more alert to future meteorological changes.