The central and eastern regions will experience the coldest weather since the beginning of winter. Which areas are specifically included? How to keep out the cold and keep warm?

According to the China Meteorological Administration, a cold wave is expected to affect the central and eastern regions of my country from December 28 to 31. The cooling rate of this cold wave will be much greater than that of December 12 to 14, which will cause Most areas of my country have experienced the coldest weather since the beginning of winter. During this cold wave, the highest temperature in Shenyang, Hohhot and other places will be below -10℃; the lowest temperature in Shanghai, Hefei, Wuxi, Wuhan, Xi'an and other places will fall below -5℃; the lowest temperature in Guangzhou will also drop to 4℃ about.

What are the characteristics of this cold wave?

It is understood that the main cause of this cold wave is a cold wave of cold high pressure, which moves eastward and southward from the Mongolian Plateau, affecting most parts of our country. As the cold high pressure moves eastward and southward, strong winds and cooling weather will occur in most areas of central and eastern my country. Compared with the "Double Twelve" one, this cold wave weather is more intense, has a greater cooling range, and lower temperatures.

This cold wave will also bring about a rain and snow weather process, which mainly occurs from the 28th to the 29th, in areas such as southern North China, Huanghuai, Jianghan, and southeastern Northwest China. In the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River, there will be snowfall, rain plus snow, or rain turning to snow. The amount of snowfall is generally light to moderate, with heavy snowfall occurring in some places. However, after the cold air comes down this time, it is expected that the cold air will spread on the 30th and the snowfall will basically end. Generally speaking, this weather process has the characteristics of wide impact range, severe cooling, low temperature, and long duration of strong winds.

How to keep warm when the cold wave hits?

1. When the cold wave hits, the outdoor wind is strong and the temperature drops sharply. Please take measures to prevent the cold and keep warm, and it is better to continue to stay at home. Reduce going out to prevent catching a cold.

2. The weather is getting colder, and the temperature in mountainous and high mountainous areas is particularly low. When using charcoal for heating in a closed space, good ventilation conditions must be maintained to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning caused by incomplete combustion of charcoal.

3. Soak your feet in hot water. The feet are the most sensitive part, and there are many health care acupoints distributed there. You can soak your feet in hot water of 55-70 degrees Celsius before going to bed, which not only relieves fatigue, but also helps you sleep.

4. Wear more down jackets to keep warm. The back is an important acupuncture point in the human body. Cold stimulation will harm health through the back. Therefore, keeping the back warm can not only prevent colds, strengthen the kidneys and strengthen the waist, but also prevent the recurrence and aggravation of old diseases. Therefore, it is best for the elderly to add a vest in winter.

5. Remember to wear a hat when going out. In the cold winter, the temperature is low and windy, often affected by cold currents. In such weather, the head is most susceptible to cold stimulation when exposed to the outside, so you must pay attention to keeping your head warm when going out in winter. Might as well wear a hat.