Guizhou - China   2026-05-19   Tuesday   27.14N, 105.61E

Dafang

Guizhou - China
2026-05-19

Dafang County Meteorological Observatory issues yellow lightning warning

Issue date: 2026-05-19T17:23+08:00

At 17:23 on May 19, 2026, the Dafang County Meteorological Observatory issued a yellow warning signal for lightning: it is expected that in the next 6 hours, thunderstorms will occur in towns (streets) such as Maochang, Dingxin, Machang, Niuchang, Lutang, Duijiang, Xiaotun, Lihua, Huangnitang, Shunde, Hongqi, Muoge, Jiuyi, Yangchang, Dongguan, Liulong, Walnut, Anle, Fengshan, Daxi, Sanyuan, Xingsu, Yuchong, Baili Dujuan Pengcheng, Baina, Pudi, Dashui, Shachang, Huangni, etc., accompanied by strong winds, short-term heavy rainfall, hail and other severe convective weather in some areas. Please stay away from large trees, corners of walls, or areas with protruding metal objects. Relevant departments should take lightning response measures and strengthen prevention of disasters and accidents caused by lightning activities.

Description

Lightning activities may occur within 6 hours, which may cause lightning disasters.

Guidelines

1. The government and relevant departments shall do a good job in lightning protection according to their duties;

2. Pay close attention to the weather and try to avoid outdoor activities.