Is there a typhoon in Hefei

On July 27th, 2023, influenced by Typhoon Du No.5 this year, Hefei Meteorological Observatory issued a special report on major meteorological information. From 28th to 3rd1,there was obvious stormy weather in the whole city, with moderate to heavy rain in some areas, with the cumulative rainfall of 40-80mm and the local rainfall exceeding 100mm. The maximum hourly rainfall is 30-50 mm, accompanied by a southeast wind with an average wind of 4-5 and a gust of 8. After August 2023 1, there were still many showers or thunderstorms in our city.

The meteorological department of Hefei reminded to guard against the impact of strong winds and short-term heavy rainfall on shipping, land transportation, outdoor work, agriculture and personal safety in Chaohu Lake, Hefei. At the same time, it is necessary to guard against secondary disasters such as waterlogging, local floods and geological disasters in Chaohu Lake basin and small and medium-sized rivers and cities that may be caused by local heavy precipitation and accumulated rainfall. In addition, strengthen outdoor safety management to prevent strong winds from affecting outdoor facilities such as scaffolding and billboards, and prevent falling objects from high altitude.

How to deal with typhoons?

1. Pay close attention to the weather forecast: Before the typhoon comes, pay close attention to the weather forecast issued by the meteorological department, understand the path, intensity and estimated arrival time of the typhoon, and make preparations for prevention.

2. Prepare materials: reserve enough food, drinking water, medicines, clothes and other necessities in advance in case of emergency. At the same time, check whether the electric wires, gas pipelines and other facilities at home are safe to prevent problems caused by typhoons.

3. Close the doors and windows: When the typhoon comes, try to close the doors and windows at home to prevent wind and rain. If possible, you can seal the windows with waterproof tape.

4. Avoid going out: try to avoid going out during the typhoon, because strong winds and heavy rains may lead to landslides, road water accumulation and other dangers. If you need to go out under special circumstances, you must pay attention to safety.

The above content refers to Xinhuanet-Super Typhoon Du affects Hefei.