强对流蓝色预警！辽宁河北等地部分地区小时雨量最大或超70毫米

Core Points - The Central Meteorological Observatory issued a blue alert for severe convective weather, predicting strong thunderstorms and hail in various regions from August 16 to August 17 [1] - Areas such as southern Hebei and northern Shandong may experience wind speeds exceeding level 10, while other regions could see short-term heavy rainfall exceeding 20 mm per hour, with some areas reaching over 50 mm, and potentially up to 70 mm [1] Summary by Category Weather Forecast - Severe convective weather is expected in regions including central and western Inner Mongolia, central and eastern Northeast China, southern North China, northern Huanghuai, eastern Southwest China, and southern South China [1] - The main impact period for severe weather is anticipated to be from afternoon to night [1] Defense Guidelines - Government and relevant departments should prepare for short-term heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds, with meteorological departments readying for artificial hail prevention [4] - Outdoor activities should be minimized, and individuals should stay away from temporary structures and billboards [4] - Livestock should be moved to covered areas, and windows and doors should be secured [4] - Water operations and passing vessels should take measures to return to port or navigate around affected areas, while construction sites should protect materials from severe weather [4] - Drainage systems in urban areas, farmland, and fish ponds should be checked and prepared for flood prevention, along with readiness for mountain floods, landslides, and mudslides [4]