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- The National Meteorological Center (NMC) reports China is in its first 2026 cold wave, with heavy snowfall in central and eastern regions.
- The NMC forecasts temperature drops of 6–12 degrees Celsius, with some areas over 16 degrees.
- Heavy snow began January 17, especially in Beijing, prompting yellow alerts for cold waves and blizzards.
- Authorities activated emergency responses to manage risks from cold and ice, including rail protections and crop safeguards.
