California is hit by a rare blizzard, and millions of people are facing winter alerts
March 5, 2024 (Beijing time) California has been hit by a rare snowstorm in recent days, and according to CNN, as of March 3, local time, about 6.5 million people are under winter alert. The sudden snowstorm had a severe impact on California's transportation, power and residents.
A blizzard is coming, and northern California is on winter alert
The Sierra Nevada region of California was the hardest hit by the blizzard. The weather department has issued a blizzard warning, and heavy snow and strong winds have led to the continued closure of parts of nearby interstates. In some areas, snowfall has exceeded normal ranges, making it extremely difficult to get around. In addition, the weather department has warned that some mountainous areas of California will be at risk of avalanches, and residents need to remain vigilant.
Bad weather has caused power outages and affected residents' lives
Parts of California were also hit hard by the blizzard**. U.S. Electricity Tracker **poweroutage.US data shows that as of the morning of the 3rd, there were more than 110,000 customers were without power due to bad weather. Power outages have caused many residents to be unable to heat, light, and use electrical equipment, causing many inconveniences to their lives.
* and rescue agencies to respond to ensure the safety of residents].
In the face of this sudden snowstorm, California** and rescue agencies at all levels quickly activated the emergency response mechanism. **The department has strengthened communication and cooperation with the meteorological department, paid close attention to weather changes, and issued early warning information in a timely manner. At the same time, relief agencies have stepped up their support for the affected areas to ensure that the affected residents receive timely assistance.
In addition, California** is also calling on residents to remain calm during the blizzard and follow the department's instructions and recommendations. They advised residents to minimise going out and choose public transport if needed. At the same time, pay attention to keeping the room warm and ensure the proper operation of heating and lighting equipment.
Expert analysis: climate change may exacerbate extreme weather events].
In response to the blizzard event, meteorological experts pointed out that climate change may be one of the important reasons for the frequency of extreme weather events. As the global climate warms, the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events such as blizzards, heavy rains, droughts, etc., are likely to increase gradually. Therefore, it is particularly important to strengthen the response to climate change and raise the awareness of disaster preparedness.
The blizzard in California is yet another reminder of the need to be well prepared and prepared for extreme weather events. At the same time, it is also the common responsibility of all countries to strengthen international cooperation and jointly address the challenges brought about by climate change.
In response to the blizzard, California** and rescue agencies have demonstrated a high level of responsibility and emergency response capabilities. They have ensured that the basic living needs of the affected residents are met by issuing early warning information in a timely manner, strengthening coordination and communication, and providing rescue support. At the same time, the majority of residents also showed the spirit of solidarity and mutual assistance to deal with this sudden disaster.
As the blizzard subsides, California** and rescue agencies are still closely monitoring the weather to ensure that normal order can be restored to the affected areas as soon as possible. Here, we would also like to express our respect and gratitude to all those involved in the relief work, whose hard work has brought hope and warmth to the affected residents.
Finally, we call on all countries around the world to strengthen cooperation and efforts to address climate change, jointly build a community with a shared future for mankind, and jointly face various challenges that may arise in the future.