How Should Residents in Ningbo Prepare for an Approaching Typhoon?
TyphoonSays·防御问答 · City Typhon · 更新 at 2026-07-24
1. Closely Monitor Warning Information
The typhoon warning signals issued by the China Meteorological Administration (CMA) are divided into four levels: blue, yellow, orange, and red, with darker colors indicating more severe impacts. Based on the maximum average wind speed near the center of the lower layer, tropical cyclones are classified into six categories: tropical depression, tropical storm, severe tropical storm, typhoon, severe typhoon, and super typhoon (National Standard GB/T 19201 "Classification of Tropical Cyclones"). It is recommended that residents continuously monitor typhoon developments through official channels such as meteorological department websites, official apps, and television/radio broadcasts. Stay informed about key information in advance, including the expected landfall time, affected areas, wind strength, and rainfall amounts. Regulations on school and work suspensions may vary by location; please refer to notifications issued by local authorities.
2. Prepare Before the Typhoon Arrives
The 24 hours before the typhoon's impact are the optimal window for preparation. Reinforce doors and windows, and clear flower pots, debris, and other items from balconies and windowsills that could be blown away by strong winds. Check electrical circuits and gas pipelines, and turn off the main power and gas valves if necessary. Stock up on emergency supplies in advance, including drinking water, ready-to-eat food, flashlights, power banks, and common medications, ensuring enough for the entire household for at least 2–3 days. Residents in low-lying areas should move vehicles to higher ground and relocate valuables to upper floors. Coastal residents must remain particularly vigilant against storm surges and seawater backflow.
3. Remember the "Five Don'ts" When Going Out
Stay indoors as much as possible during heavy wind and rain. If you must go out, please remember:
- Do not go to coastal embankments, ports, or sea walls to watch waves or play in the water
- Do not stay under temporary structures, billboards, iron towers, large trees, or streetlights to take shelter from the rain
- Do not walk or drive along rivers or through waterlogged low-lying sections
- Do not approach or touch fallen wires or cables
- Do not forcibly wade through flooded roads; beware of missing manhole covers and the risk of electric leakage
4. Stay Vigilant After the Typhoon Passes
Do not let your guard down even after the typhoon warning is lifted. Be aware of the delayed effects of geological disasters; residents in mountainous areas should watch out for landslides and mudflows. Check house walls for cracks or tilting. Stay away from damaged billboards, fallen trees, and live electrical facilities. Clear standing water promptly to prevent mosquito breeding and the spread of intestinal infectious diseases. In case of emergency, please call 110, 119, 120, or other emergency numbers for assistance immediately.
Real-time typhoon tracks can be queried on TyphoonSays (taifengshuo.com).
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