国家防减救灾委针对皖豫湘黔启动国家低温雨雪冰冻灾害四级应急响应

Core Viewpoint - A significant weather event is expected in central and eastern China from January 18 to 21, with widespread rain and snow, particularly affecting the southern regions of the Qinling-Huaihe line, leading to potential severe weather impacts [1] Weather Impact - The weather will feature complex precipitation types, including rain, snow, and freezing rain, with heavy snowfall expected in parts of southern Shaanxi, central and southern Henan, western Hubei, northern Hunan, and western Anhui [1] - Areas such as southern Anhui, central and southern Henan, western Hubei, Hunan, Guizhou, and northeastern Chongqing may experience freezing rain [1] Emergency Response - Due to the extensive impact and significant temperature drop, the National Disaster Reduction and Relief Committee has activated a Level 4 emergency response for Anhui, Henan, Hunan, and Guizhou provinces starting January 18 at 18:00 [1] - The response emphasizes safety, traffic flow, power supply, livelihood, and stability, with a focus on improving emergency plans and coordination mechanisms [1] - The committee has deployed teams to assist on-site in Henan and has sent additional teams to Hunan and Guizhou to enhance support and response efforts [1]