Beijing: The sandstorm from the Gobi Desert, Mongolia, has hit China at large; it has hugely affected the capital city Beijing alongside 12 other areas. This storm has killed six people in Mongolia and has displaced many others. Moreover, this sandstorm in China is the biggest one in the decade. The locals and press have reported that this has negatively impacted the air quality index in China.
The Mongolian storm has churned up sand particles in China. A dense mixture of smoke and sand particles has been formed in the air. Besides, yellow and orange colour smog can be seen in Beijing and other parts of the country. Moreover, the Chinese officials have warned that the streets, vehicles and buildings are not visible in haze and will not be for the next 24 hours.
Furthermore, the outdoor programs scheduled in Beijing and other Chinese areas affected by sandstorm have been cancelled. The administration has also appealed to people to not step into the outdoor as a preventive measure to avoid breathing problems and related health conditions. Moreover, the storm has also affected Chinese flight facilities, so over 1000 flights have been cancelled. The citizens in Beijing have referred to this situation on Monday as ‘End of the World’. Besides, the Chinese press has described it as apocalyptic. An international environmental rights organisation has claimed that the Monday-situation results from intense climatic change and desertification.
Related posts:
China warns US over ‘Arunachal’
US, UK & Taiwan lash out at China’s justification for Tiananmen Square carnage, US demands disclosure of details on the incident
Chinese navy warns US with a show of strength in the South China Sea
Japan and the US hold independent talks with China against the background of economic slowdown and trade war
Cyber attacks will culminate into real war, warns Australian Foreign Minister
Chinese industrialist, providing funding to Australian political leaders and parties, banned entry in Australia
China should disclose details of the Tiananmen Square Massacre – US Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo
US warship sailing near China’s artificial islands is an act of incitement, criticizes Chinese Defence Ministry
